Juno Jones: Supporting Gender Equity By Making Shoes That Fit

by | Jan 26, 2023

Emily Soloby, the founder of Juno Jones, has been on a mission to help women from the beginning of her career. In 2009, she and her husband Ryan took over a small truck and heavy equipment safety training firm, which she has helped grow into a national business. During her years there, she noticed the footwear problem—there wasn’t any! Determined to create safety boots that she’d actually want to wear, Emily assembled a powerhouse team of designers, consultants, and industry experts to bring Juno Jones to life.

Highlights:

  • Why having shoes that fit is important to have a sense of belonging.
  • How Juno Jones got off the ground
  • Hear stories of the incredible women who wear Juno Jones Safety Boots.

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Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode.

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