Footwear Industries of America (FIA) refers to the only national association for footwear manufacturers, importers and distributors, and suppliers to the leather and allied trades wh ich roots stretch back to 1869.
The membership was diverse and dynamic with both footwear and supplier members operating in all of the world's hemispheres. Shoe company members source around the world, reaching to the far corners of the globe to satisfy the demands of a rapidly changing marketplace. Supplier members deliver a wide assortment of materials and products for all of the leather and needle trades, including leather, chemicals, machinery, components, synthetics, textiles, upper and soling materials, computer technology and more. FIA helps U.S. footwear companies achieve growth through education, advocacy, research and networking opportunities.
In 2000, it was merged with American Apparel Manufacturers Association (AAMA) to form the American Apparel and Manufacturers Association and Footwear Industries of America. Drawing from a broad, strong membership base, AAFA is the national trade association representing apparel, footwear, and other sewn products companies, which compete in the global marketplace.