Founded in 1998, Usaflex is a pioneer and market leader in the manufacturing of women’s leather footwear, recognized for combining innovation, style, and comfort.
With four manufacturing facilities located in Igrejinha, Campo Bom, Dois Irmãos, and Parobé, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, the company also operates a digital
administrative unit in São Paulo (SP) and a Distribution Center in Serra (ES), strengthening its national and international presence.
Guided by strong values and driven by the purpose of inspiring the world in the pursuit of well-being, Usaflex delivers comfort and beauty at every step, always grounded in ethical, responsible, and sustainable relationships. For the company, ESG is not merely a concept, but an integral part of how it thinks and operates, treated as a strategic
commitment embedded in daily practices, decision-making, and its core purpose.
Usaflex believes that no company can thrive in the long term without considering the impact it generates on the world. For this reason, it adopts practices aligned with
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, supported by clear goals, transparency, and consistency. The company has been reporting its actions for more
than a decade through its Sustainability Report. Caring for the environment, people, and ethical business practices is understood as essential both to the sustainability of the planet and to the longevity of business.
Within the Social pillar, Usaflex stands out for its strong commitment to people. Since 2017, the company has been certified by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best
Companies to Work For. Usaflex currently generates approximately 2,800 direct jobs, fostering an inclusive and safe work environment focused on human development,
while also creating a positive impact in the communities where it operates.
Under the Environmental pillar, Usaflex continuously invests in technology and innovation applied across more than 50 product lines, seeking production efficiency, quality, and continuous process improvement, with a strong focus on reducing environmental impacts throughout its entire value chain.
Regarding Governance, the company maintains an ethical, responsible, and transparent approach, supported by a solid organizational structure and relationships of trust with employees, partners, and consumers. The brand operates through an online store, a multibrand retail network, and more than 350 franchised stores in Brazil, in addition to being present in over 60 countries and operating more than 30 licensed stores abroad.
Usaflex views ESG as an opportunity to innovate, create value across the entire value chain, and build a more responsible legacy. This is how the company continues to
grow—by combining results, purpose, and positive impact for society and the future of the business. As recognition of this commitment, Usaflex has been certified three times by the Origem Sustentável program at the Diamond level, the highest level of the certification.