The company's purpose is: Wholesale in the shoe industry: management of shoe agencies for resale; Retail in the shoe industry: trade in shoes and shoe accessories; management and operation of shoe stores. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.