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    • Stephanie Pereira da Silva

    Stephanie Pereira da Silva

    Owner

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I have been active for most of my life, playing sports through middle and high school. When I went to college, I was burned out from the sports scene but fell in love with the sport of Triathlon. I joined the UWSP Tri Team in 2000, and started running, biking and swimming. I have completed more than 100 triathlons, and love that both my daughters have fallen in love with the sport too.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    I can't narrow it down to just one. I loved doing the Disney Marathon, the Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach California and the Malibu Half Marathon. I enjoy doing the Fall 50 in Door County. I am currently training for the Escape from Alcatraz Swim in August 2023.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    As the owner, I am excited about sharing my passion and knowledge with our customers. I love that I have been blessed with the ability to give back to our community.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I am the mother of 4 children.
  • I love chocolate.
  • I was born and raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

    • Mauricio Pereira da Silva

    Mauricio Pereira da Silva

    Owner

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I have always played soccer, which requires an intense amount of running, furthermore, I have always loved riding bides on the hills of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Mixed martial arts was part of my teenage and young adult life, as I enjoyed taking care of my body and mental health. Living in the US for over 17 years, I have embraced weight lifting, road biking, and running with the dogs and family.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    Huntington Beach Marathon

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    Providing quality products to customers while inspiring them to live well.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I don't like sweets or cheese.
  • I have played the saxophone for 15 years, recorded a couple of albums and went on an international tour.
  • I am a licensed helicopter pilot.

    • Heather Rapp

    Heather Rapp

    Operations Manager

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    Growing up, I never liked to exercise or run. I didn't start exercising until I was close to 32, when I decided I needed to change my life. I exercised at home for about 9 months when I wanted to try something new. I tried running, and a co-worker took me under her wing and taught me a thing or two about it. A year later, she got me into pdsF.U.S.I.O.N. Over 3 years later, and I am the strongest and healthiest I've ever been.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    How can anyone pick just one? Some of my favorite races are the Waupaca Triathlon, Bellin Women's half marathon, Fall 50, and Race the Lake.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I love being able to use some of my unique computer skills to help out with the website and other programs. I love how so many are willing to chip in to help where needed. Many of us are like family.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • My mom saved my life twice.
  • I love to clean.
  • Spicy foods are my favorite.

    • Aimee Simpson

    Aimee Simpson

    Learning and Development Coordinator

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I've been a long distance runner for 25+ years and have finished many half marathons and one full marathon. I crossed over into the sport of triathlon in 2019 and became hooked! I've completed two half Ironman events multiple olympic and sprint triathlons since then. My son, Ashton (age 11), passed away on April 15, 2021. He was a speedy runner, and I loved that I had the chance to share my love of running with him. My daughter, Mia, is on the OSHY swim team and she has so much joy in the pool. She even gets to share some of her tips with me!

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    My favorite athletic event is triathlon. I love the variety and the challenge that comes along with navigating a multisport event. My favorite running race is the Door County Fall 50. When I run through Peninsula State Park at the end of October, I feel like I'm running through heaven and I can see a small piece of what my son, Ashton, sees on a daily basis.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    Footwear is a game changer as a runner! I've learned from personal experience what my feet can handle over the years of running. I have favorite shoes in many brands depending on what activity I'm doing. Your feet matter, and I want to help others realize the importance of moving with intention.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I'm an introvert.
  • I speak fluent Spanish.
  • I love coffee.

    • Shanna

    Shanna Her

    Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I met this crazy blonde gal in my neighborhood who kept running past my house with other women and told me she'd get me to join them one day. Psshhh, little did she know I despised running but secretly yearned to do something to get my health & nutrition back on track. I joined this gal 6 years ago on a blustery, winter day and have been hooked ever since! Steph is one of a kind and I'm lucky to call her my frontrow gal.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    A few of my favorite races are the Women's Bellin, Hot Cider, Neenah duathlon & Race the Lake.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I love helping behind the scenes with events, classes & prepping the store. I love helping people find something that will help their health & wellness journey.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I lived in Okinawa, Japan for 4 years.
  • I love spicy foods.
  • I was on the Judge Mathis show.

    • Josh Warren

    Josh Warren

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    Best friend, brother from another mother, signed up for Seroogy 5K and challenged me. I started couch to 5k and completed it and it all started from there.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    I have started pacing half marathons. Queen City Half marathon is amazing.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I love helping people. Helping people get better at what they like to do is great. Honestly, the owners are fabulous, caring, fun people also.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I sang at Carnegie Hall.
  • I surfed in Hawaii.
  • I ran 45 days in a row and did a 1/2 marathon a month for a year.

    • Chad Smith

    Chad Smith

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    Throughout my life I did not have the same focus on my health as I do now. Growing up in Menasha, I had some great opportunities to be part of the cross country, football, golf, and wrestling teams, but my focus on fitness was last in line until I had a life changing event in my early 30's. Over the past few years, I fell in love with endurance training and long distance running. Each year I fall in love traveling throughout the Midwest for races like the Abominable Snow Race, half marathons, full marathons, and terrain races.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    My favorite event I look forward to each year is the Abominable Snow Race which is held late January in Lake Geneva. The race contains a healthy balance of running, climbing, ropes, snow and some health friendly competition.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?


    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I got kicked out during my sophomore year of college.
  • My favorite food is black olives.
  • I started my running journey only 3.5 years ago.

    • School Year Staff

    Kirsten Aerts

    Kirsten Aerts

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I began running when I was young, but what really got me into consistently running was doing distance track and cross country in high school. I have been keeping up running ever since.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    My favorite race that I have ever done so far is the Cellcom half marathon.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I am very excited to start working here simply to be surrounded by all things running and help people enjoy running/working out by aiding them in finding the correct shoes and gear.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I am going to school to pursue a career in physical therapy.
  • I went to four concerts this summer.
  • I have two pet dogs.

    • Eden Protheroe

    Eden Protheroe

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I grew up playing soccer and ran a ton during it and thought it was fun. I was also in dance growing up and loved moving at all times! I joined track in high school to be fit and to do a sport with my friends. I carried my running interest into college to stay healthy and to use it to decompress from classes and work.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    In high school my favorite event was the 800m run. I also love fun runs like bubble runs!

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I have been to Aruba.
  • I LOVE sushi.
  • I've hiked at Denali National Park.

    • Taylor Allen

    Taylor Allen

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I ran cross country for three years in high school to stay in shape for softball, which I started when I was five. In college, I still workout often.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    I enjoyed running the 5K but I enjoy watching the 800 in college track.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I look forward to growing my experience and being able to help others in their fitness journeys.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I've been zip lining.
  • I've hiked the incline in Colorado.
  • I hiked 7 miles in South Dakota.

    • Madison Nesterick

    Madison Nesterick

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    When I entered middle school my mom encouraged me to try a new sport. There were limited options and I chose Cross Country, even though I hated running at the time. However, that quickly changed and I found I love running.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    XC has always been my favorite sport, however, for track, I love 1600.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I love the opportunity to talk to others passionate about running and help educate them.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • My favorite food is quesadillas.
  • I have a pet dog.
  • I have a twin sister.

    • Keali Prahl

    Keali Prahl

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    From a young age I was always really active. I was in many sports. I started running in elementary school and from there I pretty much never stopped. I have been running cross country and track since middle school and I'm looking forward to being able to in college as well. It started out just for fun but quickly turned into a passion of mine.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    My favorite event is the 5K but I also enjoy running more distance focused events in track like the mile and two mile. My favorite race was my freshman year at Colby High School when we were state champs which was definitely an unforgettable experience.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    I'm looking forward to being able to work with a great group of people and learn lots of new skills. FUSION Footwear cares so greatly about each individual which I think is very important.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I have 2 older siblings.
  • My favorite place to travel to is California.
  • I have run 3 half marathons.

    • Summer Staff

    Luke Bruckner

    Luke Bruckner

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    I grew up playing baseball, basketball, football, and track. I played basketball and baseball through high school. Now you can find me playing baseball in college and golf in my spare time.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    It would be hard for me to say anything other than a baseball game because I spend all my time playing it.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    The friendly atmosphere and family owned feel.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • I set the mile record for my middle school.
  • I've been to every continental United State.
  • I've thrown a no-hitter.

    • Hannah Elliot

    Hannah Elliot

    Fusion Fit Specialist

    How did you start running and/or exercise?
    As a club swimmer growing up, our coach often emphasized the importance of cross training, including running. With the help of my coach, I slowly started training for both swimming and running.

    What is your favorite race or athletic event?
    I haven't gotten the chance to run many official running races yet, but the Wisconsin Marathon course in Kenosha, WI is a beautiful course featuring Lake Michigan.

    What is your favorite part about working at FUSION Footwear?
    Through working at FUSION Footwear, I am able to combine my passion of running while helping others work towards achieving their own fitness goals.

    2 Truths & 1 Lie:

  • My favorite food is tacos.
  • I have two dogs.
  • I enjoy snowboarding and wakeboarding.

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