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Founder Kam Ballard Elevates Footwear Fashion with Exceptional Creations and Remarkable Achievements

BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ -- Kam Ballard, a visionary entrepreneur and proud native of Columbus, Mississippi, has captured the hearts and soles of shoe enthusiasts worldwide through her remarkable venture, b.c.e. Custom Shoes. Founded with a mission to blend timeless elegance with exceptional quality, b.c.e. Custom Shoes has emerged as an international sensation, leaving an indelible mark on the footwear industry.
In 2019, driven by her passion for shoes and her affiliation with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Ballard embarked on a mission to fill a void in the market. Recognizing the absence of a shoe company that catered to the timeless and impeccable tastes of the Divine 9, Ballard founded b.c.e. Custom Shoes. The brand was born from her desire to provide unparalleled, top-notch footwear that would resonate with her sorority sisters and the larger Greek community.
In a significant milestone achieved in 2022, b.c.e. Custom Shoes garnered licenses to design and create shoes for multiple colleges, as well as other Greek organizations beyond the Divine 9. This expansion underscores Ballard's vision of uniting various communities under the banner of exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled style.
Spring of this year witnessed a groundbreaking achievement for b.c.e. Custom Shoes as it graduated from The Workshop at Macy’s – the retail industry’s esteemed and longest-running retail accelerator program. Kam Ballard and her brand were welcomed into this program, which is dedicated to fostering growth and empowering diverse and women-owned retail businesses. The Workshop at Macy’s provided invaluable mentorship, a comprehensive retail curriculum, and a platform for participants to thrive.
Throughout the program, b.c.e. Custom Shoes seized the opportunity to integrate into Macy’s holistic supplier ecosystem, acquire essential education and funding resources, and showcase their creations through a captivating pop-up shop on macys.com. To demonstrate its wholehearted support for entrepreneurial ventures, Macy’s rewarded all participating businesses, including b.c.e. Custom Shoes, with a generous $5,000 business grant upon completion of the program – a collective investment of $250,000. Kam Ballard's journey from a heartfelt idea to an internationally recognized brand is a testament to her ingenuity, tenacity, and unwavering commitment to excellence. b.c.e. Custom Shoes stands as a remarkable example of how passion, dedication, and a visionary spirit can redefine industries and create legacies that resonate far beyond their inception.

For more information, visit https://www.bceshoes.com

About b.c.e. Custom Shoes:
b.c.e. Custom Shoes, founded by Kam Ballard, is a pioneering footwear brand that delivers timeless, high-quality shoes for the Divine 9 and beyond. With a commitment to impeccable craftsmanship and a passion for creativity, b.c.e. Custom Shoes has garnered international acclaim for its unique designs and exceptional customer experience.

Marilyn Remo
Tené Nicole Creative Agency
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