Behind Chaco's 2025 marketing playbook, from collaborations to contests
Briefly

Chaco is enhancing its marketing strategy to stand out in the competitive outdoor market. Recent collaborations include a mermaid-inspired sandal with Fishwife, a Bob Marley-themed sandal, and a breakfast-inspired sandal with Waffle House that sold out quickly. To engage customers, Chaco shares user-generated content and allows strap customization through its ReChaco program. Amid larger economic challenges, Chaco's parent company, Wolverine Worldwide, is moving away from China sourcing and reported strong revenue growth, reinforcing the effectiveness of their turnaround efforts.
Chaco has rolled out a number of buzzy collaborations that have brought in significant revenue and social engagement, including partnerships with Fishwife, Bob Marley’s family, and Waffle House.
Chaco is stepping up its marketing strategy to compete in the crowded outdoors space by engaging with properties and sharing user-generated content for customer personalization.
Chaco is also adapting to macroeconomic challenges, with its parent company reducing reliance on China from nearly 40% to near zero by 2026 in its U.S. products.
In August, Wolverine Worldwide reported an 11.5% year-over-year hike in quarterly revenue, indicating the success of their turnaround strategy and inventory reduction efforts.
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