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CUSTOMERS

9

COLLECTIONS

400

SQUAREMETER SHOWROOM

ABOUT

ABOUT

Who we are: Brand Masters is a footwear agency based near Düsseldorf, specializing in the distribution and development of shoes and accessories. We connect strong brands with the right retail partners and focus on long-term, trust-based relationships. With market expertise, design awareness and a hands-on sales approach, we support both brands and retailers in a dynamic and competitive environment.

Why & How: The footwear market is constantly evolving – and so are we. At Brand Masters, we believe that successful sales start long before the order is written. Trend awareness, thoughtful collection development and a deep understanding of retail are at the core of our work.

We collaborate closely with our brands, supporting them from early collection concepts to market-ready assortments. Our team combines sales expertise with a strong sense for product, enabling us to act as a strategic partner rather than a pure sales agency.

Our showroom provides a focused and inspiring space for buyers, while our presence at key trade fairs keeps us closely connected to the industry. What sets Brand Masters apart is our holistic approach: combining collection development, sales and personal service to build sustainable brand success.

What we do:

Sales of Footwear & Accessories
We represent selected footwear and accessory brands and manage their distribution with a clear focus on quality, positioning and retail relevance.

Collection Development
We support brands in developing collections that combine design, trend awareness and commercial viability.

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BRANDS

BRANDS

We represent a curated portfolio of footwear and accessory brands across Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Our collections originate from Italy, Spain and Portugal – regions known for craftsmanship, design expertise and a deep-rooted footwear tradition.

Each brand we work with is carefully selected for its quality, authenticity and market relevance. Together, they cover a broad spectrum of contemporary styles while sharing a common focus on strong design, reliable production and commercial appeal.

Discover brands that are made to perform at retail and built for long-term success.

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Women & Men shoes & bags

Espandrilles, Sandals, Sneakers, Rainboots, slippers

Made in Spain

www.verbenas.com

Instagram: @verbenas_brand

APPLE of Eden shoes
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Women shoes & bags

Sandals, Loafers, Sneakers, Ankle boots, Boots

Made in Portugal

www.appleofedenshoes.com

Instagram: @appleofedenshoes

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Women shoes & bags

Sandals, Loafers, Sneakers, Pumps, Ankle boots, Boots

Made in Italy

www.theamika.com

Instagram: @theamika_shoes

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Women shoes

Sandals, Loafers, Pumps, Ankle boots, Boots

Made in Spain

www.angelalarcon.com

Instagram: @angelalarcon_shoes

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Women shoes

Sandals, Loafers, Sneakers, Pumps, Ankle boots, Boots

Made in Spain

www.palomitas.com

Instagram: @palomitas_shoes

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Women shoes

Sandals, Sneakers, Western Boots, Ankle boots, Boots

Made in Italy

www.mimmu.it

Instagram: @mimmu_official

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Women shoes

Loafers, Ankle Boots, Boots

Made in Italy

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Women shoes

Loafers, Ankle Boots, Boots

Made in Italy

Exhibitions

Meet us at the key trade fairs of the season or visit us anytime in our showroom in Erkrath, near Düsseldorf. Whether on the road or in a focused showroom setting – we offer the right environment to discover collections, exchange ideas and place orders with confidence.

27.06. – 29.06.2026

TRENDS ON WEST - Düsseldorf
Alte Schmiedehalle
VERBENAS

24.07. – 27.07.2026

BRAND MASTERS SUMMER FLASH - Düsseldorf
Alte Papierfabrik 30, 40699 Erkrath

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, LES VENUES, MAT:20, MIMMU, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

02.08. – 04.08.2026

SALT FASHION - Salzburg
Agentur Hubert Stolz / Gebäude 3

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, LES VENUES, MAT:20, MIMMU, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

08.08. – 11.08.2026

SUPREME - Munich
Halle 1 / Stand A207 + A209

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, LES VENUES, MAT:20, MIMMU, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS    

09.08. – 11.08.2026

SALT & PEPPER - Hamburg
Halle 1
ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, PALOMITAS, VERBENAS    

10.08. – 13.08.2026

ANWR I - Mainhausen
Hall 1
ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, VERBENAS

14.08. – 15.08.2026

SABU - Heilbronn
Hall 1 / 1. OG
ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, VERBENAS

26.08. – 27.08.2026

SHOES & BAGS - Salzburg
BRANDBOXX

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, LES VENUES, MAT:20, MIMMU, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

30.08. – 31.08.2026

BRAND MASTERS SUMMER FLASH - Düsseldorf
Alte Papierfabrik 30, 40699 Erkrath

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, LES VENUES, MAT:20, MIMMU, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

07.09. – 10.09.2026

ZUSA 2 - Spreitenbach
FOM, Room 30-48

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, MAT:20, MIMMU, LES VENUES, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

13.09. – 15.09.2026

MICAM - Milan
Hall 2 / Hall 4

ANGEL ALARCON, MAT:20, MIMMU, LES VENUES, PALOMITAS, VERBENAS

20.09. – 22.09.2026

ESSENZ - Munich
Zenith Hall

ANGEL ALARCON, APPLE OF EDEN, MAT:20, MIMMU, LES VENUES, PALOMITAS, THEA MIKA, VERBENAS

01.10. – 04.10.2026

TRA NOI - Paris
Palais Brongniart

THEA MIKA

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TEAM

TEAM

Behind Brand Masters and around Michael Gerlach is a dedicated team with a shared passion for footwear, brands and retail. With experience, market knowledge and a hands-on mindset, we work closely together to support our partners with personal service, clear communication and reliable expertise.

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Michael Gerlach

Managing Director

 

 +49 (0)211 157 687 0 m.gerlach@brandmasters.de

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Katja Gerlach

Marketing

 +49 (0)211 157 687 120
k.gerlach@brandmasters.de

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Carolin Wobben

Marketing, E-Commerce, EDV

 

 +49 (0)211 157 687 121
c.wobben@brandmasters.de

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Robert Puschmann

Head of Sales - Area South Germany, Austria, Switzerland

+49 (0)160 906 237 97
r.puschmann@brandmasters.de

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Thomas Joussen

Sales Representative -
Area Middle of Germany

 +49 (0)211 157 687 113
t.joussen@brandmasters.de

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Saskia Altmüller

Sales Representative -

Area Middle of Germany

+49 (0)211 157 687 138
s.altmueller@brandmasters.de

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Keven Hanke

Sales Assistant & Customer Service

+49 (0)211 157 687 0
k.hanke@brandmasters.de

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Andrea Schröder

Accounting
 

 +49 (0)211 157 687 116
a.schroeder@brandmasters.de

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Melanie Wilhelm

Accounting

 +49 (0)211 157 687 121
m.wilhelm@brandmasters.de

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Gina Tomic

Student Assistant

assistent@brandmasters.de

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Jobs

We are hiring

Starting September 1st, 2026, we are looking for a trainee in wholesale and international trade management to join our team. Kaufmann/ -frau für Groß- & Außenhandelsmanagement (mwd)

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