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The Rockport Group is an American shoe brand owned by Authentic Brands Group. Associated brands include Aravon, Dunham and Rockport, and the Rockport Cobb Hill Collection. Founded in Marlborough, Massachusetts, in 1971 by Saul L. Katz and his son, Bruce R. Katz, the company marketed walking as a healthy alternative to running. In 2023 the ...
In 1971, Saul Katz used $15,000 to start the Rockport Shoe Company with his son Bruce. [6] [2] The company embraced the concept of overseas manufacturing and pioneered the idea of the comfort shoe. Revenue grew to almost $100 million in sales before acquisition by Reebok in 1986. [7] [8] [9]
The move brought Georgia Boot, Durango, and Lehigh Safety Shoes brands into Rocky's fold and added a licensed footwear brand in Dickies. In 2006, Rocky Shoes & Boots changed its name to Rocky Brands, Inc. [5] Following the name change Rocky Brands acquired comfort footwear Zumfoot shoes and Michelin footwear. [citation needed]
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Bruce Richard Katz (February 17, 1947 – June 26, 2022) was an American entrepreneur who co-founded The Rockport Shoe Company in 1971 and served as its CEO until its sale to Reebok International in 1986. [1] He was the founder and CEO of The Samuel Hubbard Shoe Company based in Mill Valley, California. [2]