How Brands Reinvent Themselves Without Losing DNA | STRIDE USA 2026

In this STRIDE USA 2026 panel, leaders from Steve Madden, Stanley 1913, KNS International, and major global footwear brands discuss creativity, reinvention, storytelling, sustainability, community, innovation, and what modern consumers expect from brands today. 🎤 Speakers: • Gregg Meyer — Chief Sustainability Officer, Steve Madden • Jon Tudor — Global Creative Director, Stanley 1913 • Marisa Byrne — President, KNS International • Michael Sarantakos — Senior Director, Design & Innovation, ex-Crocs | Nike • John Acevedo — Senior Director, Creative, Innovation & Design, ex-OluKai | KEEN | Under Armour | adidas ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introductions & The Future of Brand Reinvention 03:21 How Brands Protect Their Core Identity 09:20 Creating Meaningful Innovation Under Pressure 16:30 Why Relationships & Collaboration Matter 18:09 Creativity, Failure & Business Growth 22:27 Why Some Brands Transform — And Others Don’t 28:57 Product, Community & Culture 36:54 Audience Q&A 43:01 Final Advice for Creative Leaders 📌 Event: STRIDE USA 2026 — Portland, Oregon 📅 Recorded: March 2026 FIND OUT MORE https://pi.tv/ SOCIAL Instagram:   / pi_apparel   Tiktok:   / pi_apparel   Linkedin:   / pi-apparel   X:   / pi_apparel