About Me:

I’m Ann Williams, co-founder of Schwilliamz Creative Consultants, a specialized consultancy providing expert guidance in footwear design, strategy, and development. With over 30 years of industry experience, I’ve worked at Clarks and Reebok and led the design and product teams at Stride Rite. As a consultant, I’ve spearheaded high-profile projects, guiding brands, and legal teams through complex footwear challenges.

At Schwilliamz, we help brands, startups, investors, and legal professionals navigate the complexities of the footwear industry.

Our services include:
Design Services – Supporting brands with innovative product development.
Advisory Services – Providing strategic insights to private equity firms, consultants, and legal teams.

We serve as an extension of in-house teams or as fractional footwear experts, bridging the gap between design, development, and business strategy.

With over 5,000 LinkedIn connections/followers, I actively engage with industry leaders and decision-makers.