The Footwear Engineering
Learning
Platform
E-Learning
Your training catalog covers every corner of footwear engineering. You choose the modules or we tailor each one to your specific needs.
Training Catalog
Development & Commercialization Process
Shoe Fundamentals
- Materials
Manufacturing
Tooling
Chemicals
Your interactive training is custom-built for you, online and mobile-ready so you can learn anywhere.
In-Person Training
Choose how you want your custom training delivered – in a classroom, online, or at your preferred location.
Including
- Training Materials
- Q & A Sessions
- Final Exams
- Certificates Of Completion
Hands-On Training
You set the stage – we can bring the workshop to your site or host it at our Shoe Dog Academy partners & factory in Europe & Asia.
- Lasts
- Cutting
- Design To Prototype
- Mold Shops
- Bottom Components
Mission / Vision
To equip your team with powerful, customized footwear engineering training that builds real skills, accelerates learning and sparks innovation.
To be the global leader in footwear engineering education, inspiring the next generation of creators, makers and innovator who will shape the future of the industry.
About Shoe Dog Academy
At the Shoe Dog Academy, we are committed to redefining how individuals and teams learn the full spectrum of footwear engineering, from initial prototyping to full-scale manufacturing.
Through a range of dynamic formats, including instructor-led sessions, online modules, group workshops, and one-on-one coaching, we deliver efficient, high-impact training that drives personal growth and professional excellence across the footwear industry.
About Us
Johann
Wlassa
30+ years experience in mold design & footwear engineering, innovation and leadership
Experience:
- Schaeffler Group
- Nike
- framas
- Wlassa Engineering
Location:
Aschaffenburg, Bavaria, Germany
Daniel
Doerfler
20+ years developing high-performance footwear, with a focus on efficiency, quality, sustainability, and functionality
Experience:
- Orthopedic Shoemaker
- Nike
- Haix
- Footwear Solution
Location:
Kaufbeuren, Bavaria, Germany
Hans
Guenther
30+ years of leadership experience in footwear Innovation, development, engineering & manufacturing
Experience:
- Adidas
- Nike
- Brightside Coaching & Consulting
Location:
Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.
Chris Karanikas PhD, MBA
20+ years of advanced materials and polymer R&D. Leading multiple Fortune 500 organizations of 100+.
Experience:
- General Electric / Sabic Innovative Plastics
- Nike
- GlobalFoundries
- Mythos Technical Solutions
Location:
Tampa, Florida, U.S.A.
Who We Serve
Brands
- Leadership & Strategy Teams
- Sales & Marketing Professionals
- Designers & Innovators
- Product Developers & Engineers
Product, Process, Materials, Chemicals, Manufacturing, Costing - Sustainability & Compliance Teams
Factories & Supplier
- Factory Management & Leadership
- Sales & Business Development
- Designers & Technical Developers
- Engineers & Specialists Product, Process, Materials, Chemicals, Manufacturing, Costing
- Quality & Compliance Managers
Individuals & Startups
- Investors & Entrepreneurs entering footwear
- Newcomers & Students exploring the industry
- Career changers interested in footwear development
- Consultants expanding their expertise
Partnering
- Educational Institutions (Schools, Universities, Design Institutes)
- Brands seeking structured training for teams
- Industry Associations & Networks
- Research & Innovation Partners
Courses
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Testimonials
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