Who Started Footasylum?

The history of JD Sports and Footasylum

The two companies have a shared history, JD Sports co-founder David Makin established Footasylum in 2005. In 2008, John Wardle, the other co-founder of JD Sports, joined Footasylum and was chief executive for seven years, before becoming executive chairman in 2015.

Who owned Footasylum?

Footasylum was purchased by JD Sports in a deal announced in April 2019. Both companies sell sports-related fashion - including clothing and footwear - in stores around the UK and online, through their respective apps and websites.

Who created Footasylum?

Footasylum was founded as a sportswear retailer in 2005 by David Makin. JD Sports was no stranger to drafting in well-known figures, for instance. In its 2019 Christmas advert, it featured the likes of Anthony Joshua, Jesse Lingard, Mabel, and Anne Marie. Some of these names were also featured in its 2018 ad.

When did Footasylum first open?

Established back in 2005, Footasylum has made a name for itself as one of the leading retailers of fashion streetwear and sportswear. Always on the lookout for new and upcoming brands, we've got our finger firmly on the pulse of the street and sports fashion scene.

Who sponsors Footasylum?

Footasylum have today announced a significant sponsorship deal with one of the World's greatest boxing promoters Frank Warren. The 12-month association will see Footasylum become the Official Retail partner of Queensbury promotions and the World's leading boxing subscription TV channel Box Nation.

How Real Was Foot Asylum Locked In...

Does JD own Footasylum?

JD Sports agreed to acquire Footasylum for $119.54m in 2019.

How does Footasylum advertise?

Footasylum used Peak's Customer AI to create a predicted customer view of people most likely to be engaged with, and be in the market for, Footasylum's products. These customer segment profiles are then used to target lookalike audiences via social media in order to acquire new customers to the Footasylum brand.

Who owns Footasylum UK?

The power struggle between two of Britain's biggest trainer tycoons has stepped up a gear, with Mike Ashley of Frasers Group offering to buy retail chain Footasylum from JD Sports executive chairman Peter Cowgill.

Where was the 1st Footasylum located?

Footasylum was founded as a single shop in Cheshire in 2005 by David Makin, who had set up the JD Sports chain with his business partner John Wardle in 1981.

Who originally owned JD Sports?

Established in the year 1983 by John Wardle and David Makin, JD Sports has long been established as the leading UK specialist retailer of fashionable branded, sports and casual wear. What started as a single shop in Bury, England has now expanded across the UK, and by 1996, JD has opened a total of 56 stores.

How much did JD pay for Footasylum?

JD Sports bought the trainer retailer for £90m in 2019 in a deal that was subsequently subjected to an in-depth investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority, during which time the companies were ordered to operate as separate businesses.

Who is the voice of Footasylum locked in?

Jemel One Five@jemelonefive

Having played at academy level, Jemel started his YouTube channel with a mix of football content and street questions.

Who won locked in Footasylum 2021?

It's been 3 weeks since Johnny Carey and Somejokeman won Locked In 2021 and took home a share of the £10,000 prize.

Who owns Foot Locker?

Principal Subsidiary Companies: Foot Locker is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Venator Group, formerly Woolworth Corporation.

Why did the CMA block the merger of JD Sports and Footasylum?

The CMA had earlier blocked the merger in May 2020, but JD Sports appealed, alleging that CMA had failed to gather enough information regarding the impact of the pandemic and of the rising popularity of single-brand retail channels like Nike and Adidas.

Is Footasylum a PLC?

Footasylum PLC is a lifestyle fashion retailer. The Company provides footwear and apparel collections predominately aimed at young fashion-conscious customers.

Is Footasylum a public company?

Back to The Market Open Ceremony

London Stock Exchange welcomes Footasylum, a UK-based fashion retailer focusing on the branded footwear and apparel markets, to celebrate the listing of the Company's shares following its successful admission to AIM.

Who is the CEO of Footasylum?

Barry Bown - Executive Chairman & CEO - FOOTASYLUM | LinkedIn.

Who sponsors JD Sports?

JD is linking up with Norwich City ahead of the 2021/22 Premier League season as their official shirt sleeve sponsor! After a phenomenal 2020/21 campaign that saw them win automatic promotion, the club will be hoping to continue that form into their first season back in the Premier League.

Why did JD sell Footasylum?

The CMA recently ordered JD Sports to sell Footasylum on the grounds that its ownership could reduce competition. The CMA revealed its decision following a protracted investigation that saw JD Sports appeal an original finding that it must sell Footasylum after concerns that it could lead to a worse deal for consumers.

Are Footasylum and JD rivals?

JD Sports has hit out at the UK's competition watchdog after being forced to sell rival chain Footasylum. After an investigation, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) ruled that the takeover could lead to a "worse deal" for customers.

What is JD Sports worth?

In 2021, it reached a value of 6.17 billion British pounds, more than seven times higher than it was in 2011. The British specialist retailer's rampant revenue growth also helped increase its share in UK apparel market more than at a double rate.

Who won Footasylum season 1?

SOCIAL media stars Mikes Comedy and Nalmak have been crowned the winners of the first ever YouTuber reality show. Footasylum created Locked In, a TV show which saw some of social media's biggest ever stars stripped of all technology and locked up inside a house for two weeks.