Shoe Artist, Kennedy Rettew

#podcast #interview #sneaker #youtube #sneakerhead #nfl #mlb #nba Welcome back to Mad Props!  Welcome to Episode 58 of Mad Props, hosted by Chris Schnabel, where we dive into the colorful world of custom shoe artistry with the incredibly talented Kennedy Rettew, known as @Kicks_by_Kenna!  In this episode, Kennedy shares her inspiring journey of starting her custom shoe business at just 16 during the pandemic and how she's making waves in the world of sports and beyond. Kenna is not just a shoe artist; she's a visionary who's transforming the way we see footwear in sports and fashion. From customizing shoes for athletes to being the only female artist featured at the MLB All-Star Game, Kennedy's journey is nothing short of inspiring.  🔥 Key Highlights: Kennedy's path to becoming a young entrepreneur. The art of building lasting relationships with high-profile athletes. Insights into Kennedy's creative process and her favorite designs. Exclusive stories from her experiences at the Grand Prix and the MLB All-Star Game. Subscribe and follow for more captivating stories! Follow Kenna- Instagram - @kicks_by_kenna Follow Mad Props on Instagram, Facebook, and X- @MadPropsPod You can find Schnabel Studios on  Instagram - @schnabel.studios  Twitter @schnabelstudios     Music Ska - Right Beat Radio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Hgq...    Video edited by Chris Schnabel   Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel Mad Props is a Schnabel Studios Production. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 03:36 - Starting a Custom Shoe Business 06:25 - Working with Athletes 10:37 - Becoming a Sports Fan 13:44 - Working with NBA Players 16:15 - Volunteering at the Grand Prix 21:21 - Working with a Professional Racer 24:33 - Creative Process and Clientele 27:18 - Favorite Shoes to Design 28:15 - Personal Shoe Preferences 29:00 - Expanding into Other Products 31:07 - Being Featured at the MLB All-Star Game 36:47 - Future Goals and Collaborations 39:34 - Career in Branding 40:25 - Expanding into Entertainment 41:43 - Working with Other Products 42:13 - Conclusion #MadProps #KicksbyKenna #CustomShoes #ShoeArt #Entrepreneurship #SportsFashion #CustomCleats #CreativeProcess #Branding #MLBAllStar #Podcast #ChrisSchnabel #AthleteDesigns #ShoeCustomization #YoungEntrepreneur #ArtisticJourney #InspirationalStories #CustomFootwear --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/madprops/support