Yacht Footwear, Sustainability & Marine Performance with Alan Guyan | The Bridge
About this episode
Alan Guyan discusses sustainable footwear designed for marine environments and the importance of durability and practicality in yacht footwear.
What does sustainable footwear look like when it is built for real marine environments? In this episode of The Bridge , host Alex Siegars speaks with Alan Guyan, Founder and CEO of made+ , at the Palm Beach International Boat Show about yacht footwear, sustainable materials, domestic manufacturing, marine performance, and why practical design matters around docks, decks, and yachts. Based in Annapolis, Maryland, made+ is creating footwear with a focus on reducing waste, using recycled materials, and building shoes designed to last. Alan explains how the company uses recycled plastic bottles in its shoe uppers, Michelin outsoles for grip and performance, and removable components that allow the shoes to be washed and used longer. For yacht crew, captains, marine professionals, and anyone working around the water, footwear is not just about appearance. It has to be comfortable, cleanable, reliable, and suited to demanding marine environments. In this episode: • Why made+ is focused on sustainable footwear • How recycled plastic bottles are used in the shoe uppers • Why durability matters in marine and yachting environments • The importance of washable, practical footwear • How…
People in this episode
Host: Alex Siegars
Guest: Alan Guyan
Topics covered
- sustainable footwear
- marine performance
- recycled materials
- domestic manufacturing
- yacht crew
- practical design
Keywords
- sustainable footwear
- marine performance
- recycled materials
- yacht crew
- domestic manufacturing
- Michelin outsoles
- washable footwear
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: made+
Places: Annapolis, Maryland
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