Included in Conference Delegate registration
Date and Time: Wednesday, 21 May – 9.00am – 12.00pm
Transport: Bus transportation has been arranged to Mongrel Boots. Pick up at the Western Sydney Conference Centre at 8.30am sharp.
Please Note: Conference delegates are required to select a preferred site visit for 21 May. While there is no additional cost, registration is necessary to confirm your attendance. We will make every effort to accommodate your preference; however, it cannot be guaranteed.
Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Mongrel Boot’s operations as they open their doors for this Site Visit. Hear directly from family members about their unique challenges and successes, and gain insight into the systems and processes that have driven their growth and ongoing success.
Step into the legacy of Mongrel Boots, a story of vision, opportunity, and sacrifice that spans over 90 years. Founded by the Cloros family, the journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in Australian-made footwear is nothing short of remarkable.
Despite changing technologies and designs, the Cloros family’s commitment to quality and innovation remains steadfast.
Today, the Cloros family continues to uphold their founding vision, with three generations actively working in the business. While many other Australian work boot manufacturers have moved production offshore, Mongrel Boots proudly continues its tradition of manufacturing in Australia.
Join us for an exclusive site visit to witness firsthand the craftsmanship and dedication that has made Mongrel Boots a great Australian story.
Dress: Casual wear, with covered-toe shoes.
Morning tea will be provided.
Mongrel Boots has been manufacturing footwear in Australia since 1930. Boot making is in our blood, and this very trade has been passed down from generation-to-generation within our family since the beginning. With an old school attitude for workmanship, our goal is still to deliver the most perfectly engineered boot for the job.
Explore the range of Site Visits on offer at this year’s Family Business Conference. In all our Site Visits, local family businesses will open their doors to you, sharing their unique journeys and giving firsthand insights into their operations. Hear directly from family members about their experiences, from challenges and achievements to invaluable lessons learned. This is a rare opportunity to connect with family-owned business first-hand and learn their drivers for sustainable success.