“Let me start by saying: Shoe Carnival needs to put Brooke, Alex, and Jenny in the Customer Service Hall of Fame. Last night, after a long workweek and an even longer Saturday shift, I dragged myself into the store at 6 PM with my husband and our two sons (one is 10, one is 7 — both full of energy I did NOT possess). I was mentally, emotionally, and physically DONE. Like… “about to sit on the floor and cry next to the kids’ sneaker section” done — which I actually did, and we’re just going to laugh about that part. But here’s where these angels disguised as Shoe Carnival employees come in. One by one, Brooke, Alex, and Jenny came over to help me with genuine kindness, zero judgment, and the type of patience you just don’t see anymore. No frustration, no side-eye, no rushing me. Just pure compassion. They helped me find the sneaker requests my kids made for Christmas while calmly navigating my overstimulated, overwhelmed mom-mode meltdown. They didn’t flinch when I apologized 47 times. They didn’t blink when I sat on the floor. They didn’t treat me like I was “doing too much” — even though I absolutely was. Instead, they helped me breathe, laugh, and get everything I needed so I could keep Christmas on track. In a world where customer service feels extinct, these three reminded me what kindness looks like. I left the store feeling grateful, and honestly, a little emotional.”
“LOVE THIS ACADEMY SPORTS!! Easy location, clean ,ALWAYS some kind, willing employee to assist, etc ?? Even better when they have such GREAT SALES!! Dont go anywhere else without checking here FIRST!! KUDOS GANG!?”
“Brad was awesome. Without a doubt, the go-to person for finding the finest boots you’ll ever own. I truly appreciate your authenticity and exceptional customer service. Will be returning soon thank you!”
Last month, Foot Locker Inc. reopened its flagship store at 112 W 34th St. in New York City, as part of new retail plans. The store introduced "Home Court," a basketball-focused shopping area created with Nike and Jordan Brand. The updated store offers a basketball-themed shopping experience. It combines customer service with the newest products for use on and off the court from several brands.
The "hands-free" footwear brand Kizik just opened its second U.S. store at the iconic Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. The Mall of America store, located in the West Market on the second level, offers Kizik's full assortment of shoes for men, women, and kids in all sizes. It will also carry new seasonal styles, Kizik-branded apparel, shoe care kits, and no-slip socks.