A bit of business news. Footwear has undergone more change in the past few years than anyone could ever have imagined. Just look at sneaker culture, hipsters wearing jazz shoes, or the return of the Chuck Taylor. Shoes are no longer just an accessory, they're a culture. With all the lifestyle, the collectors and new collaborations infusing footwear with a new energy, it's pretty evident that the industry isn't what it used to be. Things are different and we're about to prove it. BPMW presents Compass, the new show with a tightly-edited assemblage of the footwear industry's most captivating brands, will help modern retailers navigate shifting changes and point visitors in the direction of what's next. Compass will present the most directional and exciting footwear brands of today.