LaunchPad Participant Spotlight

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Anthony Martore was a 2025 Elite 8 Finalist. He submitted his idea on optimizing shoe returns to the LaunchPad and participated in the Elevation Lab, helping him further build and refine his idea.

• Ideas to reality. Today, the LaunchPad continues to work with Anthony as he builds his innovation, Skiply. He receives industry feedback and guidance from experts – value that is exclusive to this program.
• Industry access. Anthony was invited on stage at the exclusive FDRA Shoe Executive Summit in Washington DC this spring, where he presented his concept and business before more than 100 footwear CEOs and leaders – blowing open the doors to get this in the hands of the right stakeholders.

Though LaunchPad, Anthony gained access to CEOs and leaders at these brands and retailers: