EUROPE'S EVENT FOR
DIGITAL FOOTWEAR CREATION
Craft x Digital Innovation

Explore how Europe’s craft heritage converges with digital workflows, blending hand-made intuition, 3D tools, and computational methods without losing design fundamentals.

Digital Product Creation (DPC)

Unpack how 3D integrates into real workflows: scaling DPC, aligning teams, building assets & modernising processes while protecting the craft behind great footwear.

AI-Driven Design

Examine how teams use AI to boost creativity, streamline workflows, and personalise products, all while maintaining the intuition and human touch that define great design.

Sustainable Supply

Rethink production models through circular design, shorter supply chains, regional manufacturing, and the operational shifts required to meet Europe’s sustainability demands.

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Featured Speakers

Detlef Mueller
Detlef Mueller
adidas
Director - Advanced 3D
Matteo Pasca
Matteo Pasca
Arsutoria
Director
Tom Evans
Tom Evans
Dr. Martens
Senior Manager - Innovation
Daniel Gordon
Daniel Gordon
Hugo Boss
Vice President Footwear
Francesco Torresan
Francesco Torresan
Nice Footwear Group
COO & Head of Product
Eric Hullegie
Eric Hullegie
ON
Head of Innovation Design
Asher Clark
Asher Clark
Vivobarefoot
Co-Founder & Chief Design Officer
Cornelius Schmitt
Cornelius Schmitt
Zellerfeld Shoe Company Inc.
Co-Founder & CEO

Stride Europe 2026 Venue

Stride Europe will take place in Venice at the The Glass Cathedral.

Santa Chiara – The Glass Cathedral is a restored medieval church and cultural venue on the island of Murano. Originally a 13th-century monastery church, it now serves as an event venue and center for Murano glass artistry.

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Stride Europe 2026 venue

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