FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY IMMERSION

Course Summary

Visiting shoe factories is valuable, but without direction, it’s just a field trip. This immersion is different.

It combines direct factory access, expert mentorship and peer learning into one structured experience. You’re not just observing processes - you’re engaging with them in real time: hearing, touching, questioning, and understanding how decisions are actually made.

There’s no theory without context. Everything you learn is grounded in real production environments. And you’re not doing it alone - you’re surrounded by founders and entrepreneurs who are seriously preparing to launch in 2026.

Over three days, you’ll walk production floors, handle materials, meet decision-makers, and build relationships that matter. Add to that dedicated working sessions with experienced footwear professionals, focused on honest, practical feedback.

The outcome: you leave Portugal with a clear production roadmap and a trusted network to move forward with confidence.

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Nancy Oliveira

MEET YOUR MENTOR

I’ve made it my mission to simplify the sourcing process for brands, designers, and founders.

Over the last decade, I’ve worked with over 100 footwear brands — founders, designers, students and creatives — helping them turn initial ideas into real products made in Portugal. But before that, I was doing everything on my own. It was overwhelming. I didn’t know where to start or who to trust.

Whether you’re launching your first pair or scaling an existing line, my goal is the same:
Give you the confidence you need to launch and grow your shoe brand.

John Smith

Developer

Highly Recommended Course. Easy to Understand, Informative, Very Well Organized. The Course is Full of Practical and Valuable for Anyone who wants to Enhance their Skills. Really Enjoyed it. Thank you!!

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