Reference the June 5-7 FFANY show directory on your iPad today! The FFANY iPad App to download the current show directory is available free at the App store, simply search keyword FFANY. View the show directory in digital format for all exhibitor websites,  contact information and show location instantly. Download instructions here.

SAVE THE DATE:  The June 5-7, 2013 show opening night industry party will be held Wednesday, June 5 at China Grill (60 West 53rd Street) from 6:30 - 9:00 pm.  Kick off the show in style and mingle with who's who in the footwear industry.  This event will sell out so purchase tickets online today.  No ticket sales at door.  FFANY is excited to partner with Shoes That Fit and will donate a portion of ticket proceeds to this wonderful organzation that provides footwear to children in need.  Tickets are $90 and includes bar, food and live music.  View last years event photo gallery.

Be sure to come out and support the 5th annual Young Professionals (YP) for 210 event on Thursday, June 6 at EVR lounge (54 West 39th St) from 7-10 pm.  This fun Great Gatsby themed evening will honor prominent footwear industry executive, Bob Goldman, CEO of Chinese Laundry.  View full event details and purchase tickets at www.twoten.org.  Reach out to Denzil Paul at Two Ten with any questions at 781.736.1532 or dpaul@twoten.org.

View the fabulous roster of footwear brands showing at the upcoming June 5-7, 2013 New York Shoe Expo at the Hilton and NY Showrooms.  New brands are added daily! Buyers –  make the most of your time and utilize the FFANY Show Planner to view exhibitor lists, locations, floor plans and plan appointments during the show.  Note, many NY Showrooms are open all week (Monday-Friday).

FFANY and it's Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Ron Fromm, Chairman of Brown Shoe Co, will offically take the role of President and CEO of FFANY in Fall 2014, as Joe Moore retires after 15 years at the helm.  Read all about it in Footwear News, April 29, 2013:  Fromm Eager to Take Top FFANY Role

The 20th Annual QVC Presents "FFANY Shoes On Sale" gala and shoe sale to benefit breast cancer research, education and awareness will be held Tuesday, October 1, at the Waldorf=Astoria hotel in New York City.  Founded in 1993 in a tent in Central Park, this is the largest fundraising event in the shoe industry.  A special thank you to Julianne Hough, this year's event and PSA spokesperson.  To date, over 1 million pairs of shoes have been sold and FFCF (Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation) has donated over $40 million to distinguished medical institutions for breast cancer research and education.   View Event Photo Gallery.

It's not too early to lock in special hotel sleeping rooms rates for the upcoming August 5-7, 2013 shows at conveniently located hotels.  Close to show headquarters and reserved exclusively for FFaNY guests, book now as quantity is limited.

FFANY is stepping up on social media and wants you to join in! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest (@FFANYShoeShow) for up to date photos and info on your favorite brands and events.  Also, be sure to 'LIKE' our NEW Facebook page at facebook.com/FFANYShoeShow. See you there!

The FFANY Show keeps growing and a great way to expose your brand is to become a participating sponsor during market week.  There are many ways we can assist you in promoting your product or services to the top fashion footwear retail buyers and manufacturers.  View sponsorship packages and details.  Contact Phyllis Rein at prein@ffany.org for further information.