You and your idea could be the next big thing in footwear.

We are searching for ideas that can reshape how footwear is designed, built, experienced, and delivered. If you have an idea, no matter your professional background or the stage of development, that can move the industry forward – we want to see it.

Selected innovators will receive a $50,000 development package that includes hands-on business development support, professional pitch coaching, mentorship from industry leaders, and expert guidance to help build and refine their ideas. Innovators will also have the opportunity to present in Portland to 100+ footwear companies and industry leaders such as:

2026 LaunchPad application period is now closed. Stay tuned for updates @footwearlaunchpad!