COMPANY HISTORY
The A G S Footwear Group, now in its third generation of family ownership, is an
over 70 year-old firm specializing in the servicing the footwear industry.
The Beginning…
Established in 1932 as a shoe components wholesaler, the firm was created by Alex and Sarah Jacobs with the primary objective of serving the material and component needs of local cobblers. The original staff of the company consisted of the Jacobs and a warehouseman. As the company grew through the 1940's and 1950's, the geographic area increased and the product offering was broadened to service shoe and department stores.
Growth…
In the 1960's, the second generation of Jacobs took the helm and the operation was broadened to include rubber footwear and weather related overshoes. As the 1970's arrived, the firm began importing and distributing athletic footwear and children's footwear to department stores, chains and independent retailers in addition to it's burgeoning accessories business..
Positioned for the Future…
In the late 1980's/early 1990's, the third generation of family entered the business. To create new distribution channels and serve new customers, the Company established its own group of brands in footwear. In 1990 the CUDAS® brand footwear line was born. CUDAS® is a junior/resort footwear line sold to chains, department stores, and independent active lifestyle retailers, sourced primarily from China and Spain. In 2001, the SUPERIOR BOOT CO™ brand was born to further develop the weather boot business. A medical division was also established to provide a complete resource for pedorthists, ortho-shops and footcare specialist. We are proud to be a full-line distributors for products from Aetrex, Apex, Silipos, Spenco, Pedifix, Cadillac, Tingley, Sara Lee among others.
Today…
Over 70 years the company has grown from its founders and one employee to a full service importing, distributing and sales organization. To serve its customers, the Company utilizes the latest information systems technology for inventory control, sales tracking, and accounts receivable control combined with a personal commitment to service. Total sales representation covers the United States and Caribbean islands as well as distribution in Canada and Central America. With a forward thinking attitude and market awareness, The A G S Footwear Group is poised to continue its growth and success.
Established in 1932 as a shoe components wholesaler, the firm was created by Alex and Sarah Jacobs with the primary objective of serving the material and component needs of local cobblers. The original staff of the company consisted of the Jacobs and a warehouseman. As the company grew through the 1940's and 1950's, the geographic area increased and the product offering was broadened to service shoe and department stores.
Growth…
In the 1960's, the second generation of Jacobs took the helm and the operation was broadened to include rubber footwear and weather related overshoes. As the 1970's arrived, the firm began importing and distributing athletic footwear and children's footwear to department stores, chains and independent retailers in addition to it's burgeoning accessories business..
Positioned for the Future…
In the late 1980's/early 1990's, the third generation of family entered the business. To create new distribution channels and serve new customers, the Company established its own group of brands in footwear. In 1990 the CUDAS® brand footwear line was born. CUDAS® is a junior/resort footwear line sold to chains, department stores, and independent active lifestyle retailers, sourced primarily from China and Spain. In 2001, the SUPERIOR BOOT CO™ brand was born to further develop the weather boot business. A medical division was also established to provide a complete resource for pedorthists, ortho-shops and footcare specialist. We are proud to be a full-line distributors for products from Aetrex, Apex, Silipos, Spenco, Pedifix, Cadillac, Tingley, Sara Lee among others.
Today…
Over 70 years the company has grown from its founders and one employee to a full service importing, distributing and sales organization. To serve its customers, the Company utilizes the latest information systems technology for inventory control, sales tracking, and accounts receivable control combined with a personal commitment to service. Total sales representation covers the United States and Caribbean islands as well as distribution in Canada and Central America. With a forward thinking attitude and market awareness, The A G S Footwear Group is poised to continue its growth and success.