We owe our success to the thousands of dedicated associates who devote care and quality craftsmanship to each New Balance product at every step of the process—from design to factory to store. Learn more about how we’re cultivating talent at all levels of the organization and supporting and encouraging our associates’ continued growth in our 2023 Sustainability & Impact Report.
New Balance
Sporting Goods Manufacturing
Brighton, MA 501,048 followers
Independent since 1906, we empower people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change around the world.
About us
In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 8,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype. We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content. Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static. But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.
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http://www.newbalance.com
External link for New Balance
- Industry
- Sporting Goods Manufacturing
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Brighton, MA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1906
- Specialties
- Running & Outdoor, Training, Lifestyle, Lacrosse, Tennis & Court, Kids, Apparel, Baseball, Track & Field, Soccer, Skateboarding, Softball, Golf, Cycling, and Hiking
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Employees at New Balance
Updates
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At New Balance, we take a lot of pride in developing talent from within and believe career development is more than climbing a ladder. There are multi-directional and non-linear paths for associates to grow. When associates feel empowered to own their career path, performance and satisfaction thrive. We celebrate associates who have championed and supported internal growth by changing teams, departments and locations at New Balance. Emma S., a Retail Regional Manager for the U.K. and Ireland, began her journey with us in 2016. Throughout Emma’s career journey, which spanned three managerial roles in our retail division, she focused on taking on new challenges, utilizing New Balance’s career development tools and expanding her internal network. By partnering with our marathon team, she built her confidence in large-scale project management and made connections with associates across the business. “I have completed a lot of opportunities within New Balance, and I am grateful for the position I am in today with the brand,” said Emma, who regularly attends virtual skill-building courses. As part of our commitment to continuous learning, internal mobility and skill-based advancement, our Global Talent team recently launched a refreshed suite of career development tools. “We have an incredible team that supports us as individuals and allows us to grow and show our strengths.” Interested in growing your career at New Balance? Explore our careers site and apply for an open role today! https://lnkd.in/g7vZqaW
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Our CEO Joe Preston recently sat down to discuss New Balance's continued growth and investments in sports and athletes. Check out the full interview below!
Thank you to Sara Eisen and David Faber from CNBC today for discussing our brand’s exciting new partnership with the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association). Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of sport and empower female athletes. New Balance athlete and Los Angeles Sparks rookie forward Cameron Brink will be at the forefront of our work with the WNBA. She is an incredible athlete who is transcending women’s basketball and inspiring young players to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams on and off the court. This relationship is a noteworthy progression of New Balance’s commitment to driving youth and community engagement in global sport across basketball, soccer, baseball, football and running, and comes at the perfect time. We’re proud to showcase our world-class athletes and product innovation during what is clearly a big summer for sport! The strength of our brand momentum and market share gains – fueled by our OneNB team culture and relentless focus on innovation and operational excellence – has positioned us well heading into the back-to-school season.
New Balance CEO on WNBA deal and development into sports brand
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New Balance aims to be a leader in driving positive change in our industry. We are pleased to share our 2023 Sustainability and Impact Report, which tracks the high-risk, high-impact areas we’re targeting to shape a better, more sustainable future. Our targets ensure our values are reflected in everything we create and how we contribute to the places where we live, work and play. In the words of New Balance Vice Chairman Anne Davis, “In the pursuit of progress, we embrace evolution and growth, recognizing that meaningful change knows no finish line.” Learn more in our 2023 Sustainability & Impact Report.
Sustainability and Impact Report 2023
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Our leaders travel around the world to grow our business and deepen connections with associates and teams in the communities where we work, live and play. These trips strengthen our One NB culture, foster collaboration and drive our business forward. Recently, New Balance SVP of Global DTC Damien Leigh joined our VP of China Leck Meng, Arthur Ang for marketing and retail visits in the Chinese cities of Beijing, Chongqing and Shanghai. Along the way, they met with business partners and connected with many of our office and retail associates. It was a truly memorable trip!
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We are thrilled to announce the continuation of our 8-year collaboration with Pensole Lewis by sharing the inaugural Women in Industries (W.IN @ PLC) pathway. W.IN @ PLC Detroit is a product creation pathway that focuses on women-centered design and storytelling across industries. This 4-week program will focus on designing for women in performance across sports categories, including professional basketball. We are committed to supporting PLC Detroit’s mission: to prepare the largest talent pool of designers to enter the industry and strive to make it better for the next generation. Applications are now open. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gP4mt5ez
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Meet Melanie (Pastrana) Chambless, a Key Account Manager at New Balance. She describes her role as a “quarterback”, ensuring New Balance always shows up in the best light possible. Mel’s path wasn’t a straight line, and she took some risks and carved her own path as e-commerce began disrupting the industry. Her love for connecting with and helping people fuels just about everything she does, and her genuine enthusiasm for life is absolutely contagious. Her advice for others thinking about making a change or doing something scary? Don’t be. It can feel overwhelming at times, but just do the next best thing. One day at a time
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New Balance recently celebrated the grand opening of our first new concept store in Poland, expanding our retail footprint across the globe. With each grand opening, we’re not just unveiling a new physical space – we're creating opportunities to deepen our connection with local communities and consumers. Each of our stores is strategically located to enhance our brand presence and reach a broader audience. The fresh retail concept was designed to put people, not products, at the center of the consumer experience. With a focus on visual storytelling to accompany select products, we hope to deliver an authentic experience for consumers that illuminates our brand at the intersection of sport and culture. The selection of footwear and apparel is curated so both an elite athlete and a fashion influencer can each envision their next great moment, side by side. Congratulations to our Global and EMEA teams who collaborated on bringing this concept to life! See the store for yourself and check out this video below!
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Looking to make your next career move? We have open roles across a variety of departments that cater to different skill sets and needs to benefit our brand. Below are a few highlighted job opportunities across our North America and EMEA locations, but make sure to explore all our open roles on our careers page! https://lnkd.in/g7vZqaW
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In a celebratory event honoring our longstanding commitment to domestic manufacturing, New Balance broke ground last year on the expansion of our athletic footwear manufacturing factory in Skowhegan, Maine. This month, New Balance associates gathered for a tour of the new space and signed a ceremonial steel beam that will be incorporated in the facility upon completion. For more than 40 years, New Balance has proudly supported the Skowhegan community in Maine, which is home to one of our five owned MADE manufacturing facilities in the U.S. We look forward to the opening of the 120,000-square-foot-single-story addition, which showcases our pride in the American craftmanship and innovation of our Maine associates. Check out these photos from our ceremonial beam signing! (New Balance MADE U.S. footwear contains a domestic value of 70% or more and makes up a limited portion of New Balance’s U.S. sales). #domesticmanufacturing
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