Skechers Footwear and Apparel

Skechers is a major global footwear brand founded in 1992 by Robert Greenberg, who formerly founded L.A. Gear. Headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, the company has grown from a distributor for UK brands into one of the largest footwear companies in the world. It is recognized for its extensive range of lifestyle and performance footwear for men, women, and children.

The brand's production is highly diversified across global markets. While the design and marketing occur in the United States, the manufacturing is primarily outsourced to independent factories in Vietnam and China, with additional production facilities in Indonesia and other parts of Asia. This global supply chain allows Skechers to maintain a steady flow of diverse styles catering to millions of customers worldwide.

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. remains a publicly traded independent company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It operates a vast network of retail stores and international distribution channels, maintaining ultimate control over its brand identity and technological innovations, such as the widely popular Hands Free Slip-ins.