“The people of Red Wing Shoe Company have always challenged the status quo, advancing our efforts and ensuring we leave this company set up for the next generation.”
—Cathy Lamers, Chief Human Resources Officer
OUR PEOPLE & CULTURE ARE EVERYTHING
With passion and purpose, our 2,100+ employees deliver remarkable products and experiences worldwide. Our difference is our people—the heart of this long-standing, privately-held business. Guided by respect, integrity, community, and excellence, we bring an entrepreneurial spirit to our work and do right by our customers and each other, while still making time for family and friends.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
We believe employee engagement starts with listening. We create opportunities for team members to share feedback, contribute ideas, and help shape the future of our business, while fostering a culture built on respect, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. By investing in meaningful connections, professional growth, and community involvement, we strive to ensure every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference. One thing that makes us proud is that our employees are proud to work for Red Wing Shoe Company. Our engagement survey consistently ranks this item around 5 points above the global norm.
EMPLOYEE WELLBEING
At Red Wing Shoe Company, employee wellbeing is about supporting the whole person, both at work and beyond. We invest in programs that help employees thrive through comprehensive health and wellness benefits, mental wellbeing resources, work-life balance support, and opportunities to build meaningful connections with colleagues and the community. By creating an environment where people feel cared for, supported, and empowered, we help our employees bring their best selves to work each day.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
We believe great leaders are built through experience, learning, and meaningful connections. Our leadership development approach includes programs, learning opportunities, mentoring, and real-world experiences designed to help employees grow their influence and advance their careers. Through Red Wing’s leadership development framework, employees gain the tools, skills, and mindset to lead with purpose, inspire others, and drive results while staying grounded in our values and commitment to making a difference in people’s lives.
Community Engagement & Social Impact
Red Wing Shoe Company is built on a simple promise—to do right by people. Our impact reflects a legacy of crafting durable, responsible products with care for our employees, customers, communities, and the planet. These statistics highlight the impact our team made in the community throughout 2025-2026.
$900k
Red Wing Shoe Company Foundation Grants
1,250
Day of Service volunteers across 8 locations
15
Skills to Start pilot events focused on supporting the future of the skilled trades.
$110k
in Employee Giving Match Contributions in 2025
2,500
Volunteer hours through our Day of Service
$37.5k
In scholarship funding in partnership with SkillsUSA
21
Our Hearts to Your Soles events, providing footwear to nearly 3,000 people experiencing homelessness.
27
CSR Champions supporting our community impact and sustainability efforts
1,563
Tons of leather waste diverted from landfill since Sept 2025
Building a More Impactful Future Together
At Red Wing, creating a positive impact isn't the responsibility of one team.
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Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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