Family-owned since 1946, SoleTech grew from the M. Jaffe Company into a longstanding supplier to the American footwear trade. It was an early U.S. pioneer in sourcing from the Far East and developed particular expertise in EVA components for athletic footwear, while also serving shoe-repair and orthopedic professionals. Based in Massachusetts with a New Hampshire distribution center, the company now supports footwear businesses through manufacturing, sourcing, and established international supplier relationships.
Frankford Leather Co., IncA fourth-generation family business with more than 80 years in the trade, Frankford Leather Co., Inc. supplies the shoe-repair and foot-health industries from Bensalem, Pennsylvania. Its open-stock model lets professional repairers and hobbyists order only what they need, while same-day shipping is a practical hallmark of its service. The company also frames its work as part of the cyclical repair industry, helping extend the life of footwear and support sustainability.339113BENSALEM, PA
E.S. Originals, IncEstablished in 1954, E.S. Originals, Inc. imports and produces branded and private-label footwear for men, women, and children. Based around its Midtown Manhattan headquarters and showrooms, the company coordinates design and production through offices and facilities across China, with millions of pairs crafted and shipped annually. Its long-running portfolio spans recognizable fashion and lifestyle labels while retaining a hands-on private-label development process from initial design through production.New York, NY
Tru-Mold ShoesSince 1955, Buffalo-based Tru-Mold Shoes has made custom-molded orthopedic footwear and support braces for patients with individual foot and mobility needs. The family-run company combines CAD/CAM scanning and design with more than 25 construction and quality-check steps, followed by handcrafted assembly by skilled technicians. Tru-Mold also repairs and refurbishes custom-molded shoes made at its factory, extending the life of its work.BUFFALO, NY
Weaver Leather LLCSince Harry A. Weaver founded it in 1973 as the Fryburg Shoe Shop, Weaver Leather LLC has grown from a 20-by-40-foot garage into a Mount Hope, Ohio, manufacturer rooted in handcraftsmanship. The company is known for leather and nylon goods serving equine and related working communities, while its Weaver Custom operation carries that heritage into made-to-order manufacturing for customers in the United States and abroad.MILLERSBURG, OH