Torfs
Torfs is a Belgian shoe retail chain founded in 1948 and still owned by its founding family. It sells footwear through stores across Belgium and online.
| Founded | 1948 |
|---|---|
| Ownership | Founding family |
| Category | Footwear retail |
| Recognition | Best Workplace award, 2019 |
| Website | torfs.be |
What is Torfs?
Torfs, also known as Schoenen Torfs, is a Belgian chain of shoe stores. The company was founded in 1948 and remains in the hands of the founding Torfs family.
History
The business has remained in the hands of the Torfs family for more than seven decades. Wouter Torfs led the company as CEO and became closely associated with its people-focused culture; leadership later passed to Lise Conix as his successor.
Products and positioning
Torfs is a specialist shoe retailer. Its stated mission is to be an optimistic and surprising retailer.
Distribution
The company operates its own store network in Belgium alongside an online shop.
Why it matters
Torfs is frequently cited in Belgian retail for its employer culture: in 2019 it received a Best Workplace award in Stockholm. Its long family ownership and focus on staff engagement make it a reference point for independent footwear retail in Europe.
Frequently asked questions
When was Torfs founded?
Torfs was founded in 1948 and is still owned by its founding family.
What does Torfs sell?
Torfs is a Belgian shoe store chain selling footwear in its stores and online.
