LINDON, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kizik today announced it was honored in the Emerging Elite category in the 2022 Utah 100, MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN)’s annual list of the fastest-growing companies in Utah. Kizik was honored at the 28th annual Utah 100 Awards program, held at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City. MWCN identified 15 companies as its Emerging Elite, which are organizations less than five years old that show the most promise of future growth.
Kizik is the leader in hands-free footwear technology with over 100 patents and patents pending that are revolutionizing the footwear industry. Throughout 2022, Kizik introduced new colorways and styles for adults and during back-to-school season and launched the first Kizik Kids collection. A $20 million series B funding round led by The New Castle Network was announced in July, and the company celebrated selling its one millionth pair of shoes in September.
“Kizik has rapidly evolved this year. Our team has grown, our product line has expanded, and we are not slowing down,” said Kizik CEO Monte Deere. “We have big plans to continue to amaze fans of Kizik, sneakerheads, and consumers who have never tried a hands-free shoe before, with new technology and new designs that will be gamechangers for daily living and the footwear industry.”
“We congratulate all of this year’s Utah 100 companies for building outstanding businesses and making strong contributions to Utah’s economy,” said Jason Roberts, Chairman of the MWCN Utah 100 committee. “These companies further advance Utah’s standing as an excellent place to do business.”
About MountainWest Capital Network
MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) is the largest business networking organization in Utah, consisting of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, consultants, legal professionals, bankers, and educators. MWCN seeks to promote and recognize business growth and capital development in the state through a variety of award programs and activities.
About Kizik
Based in Lindon, Utah, Kizik is a technology-inspired footwear brand that invents fashionable hands-free footwear with modern design solutions to improve convenience in everyday life through its patented hands-free solutions. For more information, visit Kizik.com and follow @wearkizik.
