Stuart Jenkins is a former elite marathon runner and footwear industry veteran with over 40 years of experience in performance innovation and sustainability. He qualified for the Olympic Trials after the Boston Marathon, following eight years of daily training and 26,000 running miles.

After his running career, Stuart helped pioneer early air-cushioned sole concepts and went on to hold senior leadership roles at Deckers Outdoor Corp., home to brands like HOKA, UGG, and Teva. He is the Founder and CEO of Blumaka, where he transforms up to 85 percent foam waste from shoe factories into high-performance, sustainable insoles, blending innovation, discipline, and environmental responsibility.

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