Kerri Munro

Munro Footwear

National Finalist in EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Australia

Kerrie Munro is a distinguished figure in the Australian footwear industry, renowned for her pivotal role in shaping Munro Footwear Group (MFG) into a leading enterprise. Her journey began humbly as a receptionist at Gamins Shoes, where she honed her understanding of the market and developed a keen sense for business. In 1988, Kerrie took her first venture into entrepreneurship, launching Styling Services, and agency for other footwear brands wholesaling to independent footwear stores and boutiques. Then in 2001, Kerrie's entrepreneurial spirit soared with the development of her own footwear line, Django & Juliette, which quickly became MFG's strongest wholesale brand. Her foresight in building a trusted network of overseas suppliers facilitated this success, showcasing her ability to blend quality craftsmanship, comfortable wearable footwear, with global market trends.

Kerrie's strategic vision and relentless drive for innovation led to the creation of some of the most loved women's brands in Australia, coupled with acquiring some of the most iconic Australian footwear brands along the way, thus making MFG a powerhouse in the footwear sector. Her commitment to sustainability and customer-centric growth has been instrumental in expanding MFG's national footprint across retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale channels. Under Kerrie's leadership, MFG has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of a state-of-the-art $50 million distribution centre in Truganina, VIC, and the strategic acquisition of Fusion Retail Brands, which expanded the group's retail footprint to over 250 stores and a team of more than 2,000 dedicated employees.

Kerrie Munro's legacy is built on a foundation of industry knowledge, a passion for footwear, and a customer centric culture. Her vision has positioned MFG at the forefront of the footwear industry, ready to seize future opportunities and continued legacy of excellence.