Fashion Designer & Entrepreneur; Global Retail Brand Developer
Steve Madden Biography
Steve Madden is a fashion designer and entrepreneur who founded the global footwear and accessories brand Steve Madden. He is recognized for shaping accessible style through designs that blend trend-driven appeal with everyday wearability. Madden transformed a modest startup into a publicly traded company, with the Steve Madden brand known for platform shoes, handbags, and apparel that reflect contemporary fashion trends. His expertise in identifying emerging trends and his business strategy have established Madden as a significant figure in the footwear and fashion industry, particularly in discussions on branding and innovation.
Madden's professional accomplishments include expanding his business through acquisitions and licensing agreements, reinforcing his leadership in fashion retail. He has received recognition for his contributions, including induction into business halls of fame, which highlights his impact on global style. As CEO and creative leader, Madden directs the company’s collections and market growth, demonstrating the ability to navigate the competitive retail landscape.
Madden frequently shares insights from his entrepreneurial experience through keynote speeches and industry panels, discussing the challenges faced in building a billion-dollar brand. His story of perseverance and creative risk-taking provides practical lessons on entrepreneurship, branding, and the footwear industry.
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Steve Madden Videos
Steve Madden Says the Sneaker Industry Is a War
Steve Madden is a footwear industry icon who's seen it all from independent success to an infamous relationship with the real-life Wolf of Wallstreet.
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Steve Madden is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Art & Design, Author, Entrepreneurship, Fashion, Fashion, Retail -
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Steve Madden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Madden for your event is available upon request. Steve Madden generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Brandi Temple, Emily Hikade, Bobby Hundreds, Lakesha Cole and Sophia Amoruso. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Madden for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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