Vans Footwear and Apparel

Vans, originally known as The Van Doren Rubber Company, was founded on March 16, 1966, in Anaheim, California, by Paul Van Doren, his brother James Van Doren, Gordon C. Lee, and Serge D'Elia. The company began by manufacturing and selling shoes directly to customers. In 2004, Vans was acquired by VF Corporation, a major American apparel and footwear company headquartered in Denver, Colorado. VF Corporation owns several other brands, including The North Face, Timberland, and Dickies. Vans operates globally, with manufacturing facilities in multiple countries, and offers a range of products, including footwear, clothing, and accessories.