Paul Fleming

Paul Fleming, a University of Texas McCombs School of Business graduate, has a diverse background in finance, fashion, and footwear spanning from Manhattan to Scandinavia.

With experience in global investment banking at Lehman Brothers, he played a key role in Puma's acquisition by PPR, now Kering, marking the beginning of his focus on Scandinavian footwear and sportswear brands in North America.

Passionate about the footwear and apparel industry, Paul has been involved in launching and expanding renowned brands like Arc'teryx, Jil Sander, and Melissa Shoes.

He co-founded Fliteless and later contributed to the growth of Norwegian brand SWIMS before its acquisition by Differential Brands Group, now Centric Brands.

Paul's expertise has garnered recognition in top media outlets, and he currently serves as the Vice President of North America at Vagabond Shoemakers.

Apart from his professional pursuits, Paul enjoys flea marketing, weightlifting, and meditation, residing in Park Slope, Brooklyn with his beloved bulldogs, Snax and Magic.