Innovate your Sole!
Portland, Oregon | 11-12 March 2025
Stride USA brings together the footwear industry to discuss the big issues in shoe design and development. Want to be a part of the conversation?
- Tell us what issues are keeping you awake at night!
- Lock-in the early-bird rate (no commitment now)
- It takes 2 minutes
Some of the themes we're exploring

MODELLING, RENDERING & TEXTURING
This theme explores challenges including: skill deficiency; asset accuracy; workflow creation; data management; real-time interactivity; cross-platform consistency + integration; library development; material physics; and standardisation.

SCANNING
This theme explores challenges including: data privacy; hardware requirements; scalability; integration and accuracy; and customisation.

ASSET MANAGEMENT
This theme explores challenges including: data management and storage; consistent version control; scalability; use case extension; and education.

3D PRINTING
This theme explores challenges including: material limitations; speed; scalability; post-processing; retail integration; and customisation.