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Article Date: October 2026
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Stoke Shoes Adds Former Deckers Chief as Advisor and Investor


Dave Powers, who led DECK from 2016 to 2024 and oversaw exponential growth at Hoka and Ugg, has joined the men’s comfort sneaker brand as an advisor and investor. Stoke launched nine months ago with heavily cushioned athletic and court-style silhouettes sized for men with wide feet. It was founded by shoe dogs Rick Blackshaw, who ... Log in to view full article.

 


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