4th Avenue Imports
ABOUT / 4TH AVENUE IMPORTS

Built on relationships. Connected across North America. Driven by footwear.

Since 2020, connecting exceptional footwear brands with North American retailers through trusted relationships, curated products and an unwavering commitment to service.

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01 / WHO WE ARE

Experience that opens doors.

Founded in 2020 by Patrick McGuigan and Robert D'Amico, two footwear industry veterans with more than 20 years of experience each, 4th Avenue Imports was built on relationships cultivated over decades. From national retail chains to independent specialty boutiques, we give our brand partners trusted access to the North American market, coast to coast.

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02 / OUR MISSION

To bring the best products and the best brands to North American retailers and consumers alike, delivering an unmatched level of customer service at every touchpoint in the footwear industry.

03 / OUR VISION

To be the trusted footwear partner connecting remarkable brands, retail relationships and thoughtful innovation across North America.

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04 / OUR FOUR PILLARS

People. Product. Service. Technology.

People

An experienced team with decades of relationships across the North American retail and footwear industry, built on trust.

Product

A curated portfolio of globally recognized footwear brands, selected for quality, market relevance and consumer appeal.

Service

Responsive, accountable and committed to our partners' success, with customer service at the heart of every relationship.

Technology

Investing in the platforms and tools that move the industry forward, from our B2B ordering portal to real-time data and digital commerce.

05 / PARTNERSHIP PHILOSOPHY

Selective by design. Committed for the long term.

We are selective about the brands we represent because focus drives results. Every brand receives a customised North American go-to-market strategy, dedicated sales team support and regular performance reporting. It is how we build trust, protect brand positioning and deliver meaningful, sustainable growth.

01 / Exclusive North American distribution with dedicated account management

02 / Transparent sell-through reporting and quarterly business reviews

03 / Collaborative seasonal planning with brand partners and key retailers

04 / Long-term brand building, never short-term volume at the expense of positioning

06 / OUR REACH

From Montreal to retailers across North America.

Head Office

Montreal, Quebec

Sales Coverage

North America, coast to coast

Market Reach

North America, according to each brand's distribution partnership

07 / INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY NETWORK

500+ independent specialty retailers.

They are the backbone of authentic brand building across North America: influential footwear and lifestyle boutiques that drive consumer discovery, full-price selling and brand prestige, from coast to coast.

01  /  Deep relationships from Victoria, BC to St. John's, NL

02 / Accounts ranging from single-door independents to regional multi-door chains

03 / Regular sell-in visits, seasonal trunk shows and in-store brand events

04 / Retailer training and brand education delivered by our dedicated sales team

08 / RETAIL CUSTOMER NETWORK

Connected to retail. Across North America.

Our retail customer network spans major groups, footwear specialists and independent retailers, each with distinct customers, assortments and commercial needs.

And specialty retailers across North America.

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09 / OPERATIONS

Infrastructure built to perform.

Distribution & Logistics

Distribution centres in the Greater Montreal Area and Vancouver, B.C., with efficient national fulfilment, expedited service and returns processing at our own facility.

Compliance & Customs

Licensed customs broker, bilingual French and English labelling, CUSMA / USMCA rules-of-origin guidance and product safety documentation, handled in-house.

B2B Ordering Platform

Retail customers browse catalogues, place orders, check inventory and track shipments online, 24/7, with EDI integration for major retailers.

Data & Reporting

Real-time inventory, sell-through analytics and performance dashboards keep brand partners informed and decisions data-driven.