Rick Muskat, President, COO, Deer Stags Concepts, Inc.

David Schwartz, CEO, Jack Schwartz Shoes

On this episode of Shoe In Show, industry veterans Rick Muskat and David Schwartz join the conversation to discuss the recent integration of Deer Stags into Jack Schwartz Shoes. Together, they explore how shared values, complementary strengths, and decades of family leadership led to a partnership designed to navigate today’s challenges — from tariffs and logistics to shifting market dynamics. The conversation highlights how collaboration, operational scale, and strategic alignment can unlock new opportunities in marketing, manufacturing, and long-term growth.

Hosted by:

Matt Priest, FDRA and Andy Polk, FDRA