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The Shoe Service
Institute of America is an authoritative source
on the construction, repair and maintenance of
footwear and leather goods, as well as shoe and
leather care products. Its members are retail
shoe repair operators, their wholesaler trading
partners and suppliers that manufacture or
import the products used and sold in shoe repair
shops.
Founded in 1904,
SSIA is committed to furthering the shoe repair
industry by educating consumers about the
physical, economic and environmental benefits of
purchasing and maintaining quality footwear.
SSIA regularly
works with members of the local and national
media to provide timely, accurate information on
the selection, care, maintenance and alteration of
footwear and leather goods. If you have
questions or would like to arrange an interview,
contact:
Jim McFarland
McFarland's
Shoe Repair
5355 South Florida
Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33813
Phone:
863-644-6395
solemany2k@juno.com
Jim is a member of
SSIA's board of directors and a third-generation
craftsman with more than 25 years experience
selling, repairing and caring for footwear. He
won SSIA's prestigious Grand Silver Cup in 2002.
The Grand Silver Cup recognizes top-quality
craftsmanship.
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