Filipa Mota, economist and professor at Católica Porto Business School, recently took part in an episode of APICCAPS’ podcast “Please, Take Off Your Shoes”, which focuses on the challenges and transformations facing the footwear industry.

Against a backdrop of profound economic, social and environmental change, the lecturer analyses the sector’s main trends, highlighting issues of sustainability, the evolution of business models and Portugal’s position in the international market

Throughout the conversation, the potential of the Portuguese footwear industry is also highlighted, based on the interplay between tradition and innovation, as well as the need to adapt to new consumption paradigms.

This participation reinforces the link between Católica Porto Business School and APICCAPS, developed through CEGEA – Consulting Unit in Management and Applied Economics, which has contributed knowledge and applied research to the sector.

Watch the full episode here.