#511 From Bugaboots to Bold Ideas: Tim Boyle on Innovation, Legacy, and Leadership

What do ski lifts, 90s boots, and flat-earth challenges have in common? In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Tim Boyle, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Sportswear, joins the conversation to share stories that span nostalgia, innovation, and leadership. Tim reflects on the legacy and relaunch of the iconic Bugaboot, how Columbia continues to push product innovation forward, and what it's taken to reimagine brands for a new generation. Along the way, he offers a candid look at his leadership philosophy, brand storytelling, and what's next for footwear. Tune in for laughs, lessons, and an inside look at how great brands honor their past while building for the future. With special guest: Tim Boyle, Chairman & CEO, Columbia Sportswear Hosted by: Matt Priest and Andy Polk

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#511 From Bugaboots to Bold Ideas: Tim Boyle on Innovation, Legacy, and Leadership is an episode from Shoe-In by Paula Bellenoit.

This episode is 29:39 long.

This episode was published on Jan 5, 2026.

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