Red Wing Shoe Company

Red Wing, United States

Red Wing Shoe Company is a manufacturer of durable work boots, proudly made in the USA. The company is renowned for its quality craftsmanship, providing footwear designed for a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture, and outdoor work environments.

CCI Score

11.96

June 6

Latest Event

Red Wing Honors Trade Workers with Updated Logo

Red Wing Shoe Company launched its 'Trades-Made' campaign by unveiling an updated logo to honor trade and skilled workers on Labor Day, emphasizing its commitment to worker recognition and inclusive labor values.

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Red Wing Shoe Company is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score

Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

SEP

05

2023

Red Wing Honors Trade Workers with Updated Logo
62.92

Red Wing Shoe Company launched its 'Trades-Made' campaign by unveiling an updated logo to honor trade and skilled workers on Labor Day, emphasizing its commitment to worker recognition and inclusive labor values.
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

June 6

The campaign explicitly honors trade workers through an updated logo, reflecting strong support for labor rights and worker recognition. This act aligns with anti-fascist values by celebrating the contributions of the working class and promoting inclusive labor practices.

Red Wing Shoes updates logo to honor trade workers
AUG

29

2023

Red Wing Shoes Trades-Made Initiative Celebrates Worker Solidarity
54.05

Red Wing Shoe Company has launched its 'Trades-Made' campaign to honor skilled trade workers, using the initiative to revitalize the true meaning of Labor Day. The campaign features the incorporation of a Trades-Made badge into its logo, invites over 15 brands to participate, and will include public displays honoring trade workers in key cities.
+60

Public and Political Behavior

June 6

The campaign serves as a strong public statement supporting worker rights and aligning with progressive political values—reinforcing the importance of Labor Day as a celebration of the working class and counteracting the commercialization of the holiday.

Red Wing Shoes Unveils "Trades-Made" Initiative: Honoring Skilled Trade Workers and Fostering Solidarity Across Brands
+70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

June 6

By initiating a campaign that visibly celebrates and elevates the contributions of skilled trade workers, the company demonstrates a commitment to labor rights and human dignity. The initiative encourages solidarity among brands and reaffirms the value of workers in society.

Red Wing Shoes Unveils "Trades-Made" Initiative: Honoring Skilled Trade Workers and Fostering Solidarity Across Brands
APR

28

2023

Air Quality Violations Fine for Red Wing Shoe Company
-32.39

Red Wing Shoe Company was fined $30K for failing to meet air quality permit requirements at two production facilities in 2020 and 2021, resulting in enforcement actions by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the requirement to complete corrective actions.
-40

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

June 6

The company’s failure to comply with air quality regulations, resulting in a $30K fine and mandated corrective actions, indicates significant lapses in business practices and ethical responsibility. This violation negatively impacts community environmental justice and shows disregard for regulatory oversight, which can harm vulnerable populations.

Red Wing Shoes Pays $30 K for Air Quality Violations at 2 Plants
MAR

15

2023

Red Wing Shoe Donation to PAC
-48.00

Red Wing Shoe Co. donated $50,000 to MN Forward, a political action committee that supports Republican candidate Tom Emmer and pro-business policies. The donation raised concerns among union members about the prioritization of corporate funds for political purposes rather than worker benefits.
-60

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

June 6

The donation of $50,000 to MN Forward—a PAC supporting Republican political interests and pro-business, conservative policies—reflects political contributions that can reinforce authoritarian and far-right agendas. This use of corporate funds may undermine worker rights and progressive priorities, as highlighted by union members' concerns.

Red Wing Shoe donates $50,000 to political action committee
MAR

01

2023

Red Wing's CA Transparency in Supply Chains Disclosure
47.81

Red Wing Shoe Company's disclosure under the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act outlines its efforts to verify and audit manufacturers to prevent human trafficking and forced labor. The document details verification processes, third-party audits, and accountability measures that underscore the company’s commitment to ethical supply chain practices.
+60

Supply Chain Ethics

June 6

The disclosure demonstrates Red Wing's proactive measures to ensure its supply chain is free from human trafficking and forced labor. By engaging in direct and third-party verifications and audits, the company aligns its practices with ethical standards and worker rights, reflecting a positive anti-authoritarian stance.

CA Disclosure - Red Wing Shoes
MAR

01

2023

Red Wing Shoe Company Donation to Political Action Committee
-39.84

Red Wing Shoe Company donated $50,000 to MN Forward, a politically active pro-business PAC supporting Republican candidate Tom Emmer. The donation raises concerns among union members about corporate influence on political processes and potential impacts on workers' rights and regulatory policies.
-50

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

June 6

The donation to MN Forward, a PAC that supports conservative political initiatives, suggests a corporate strategy that aligns with business-friendly, potentially authoritarian policies. This contribution, which bypasses union awareness, aligns with efforts to influence political outcomes in favor of deregulation and reduced protections for workers, making it a negative development from an anti-fascist, pro-worker perspective.

Red Wing Shoe donates $50,000 to political action committee
JAN

01

2023

Supply Chain Transparency and Human Rights Oversight
39.20

Red Wing Shoe Company has issued a disclosure under the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act detailing its measures to verify and monitor its suppliers for risks related to human trafficking and forced labor. The company employs both internal and third-party audits and inspections to ensure supplier compliance with its Standards of Business Practices Code.
+50

Supply Chain Ethics

June 6

By proactively disclosing its supply chain practices and initiating rigorous supplier audits and inspections, Red Wing Shoe Company demonstrates a commitment to ethical sourcing and human rights. This transparency helps mitigate risks related to human trafficking and forced labor, aligning the company with anti-authoritarian, human rights respected practices.

CA Disclosure — Red Wing Shoe Company