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THE HIDE REPORT • The following is used with permission from hidenet.com, the premier source for information regarding the worldwide hide and leather markets. Please remember that this information will be a month old by the time it reaches you.

Starting it out and keeping it going • R. Scott Schoeniger, Snapping Turtle Leather Company, LLC

It’s in the Blood

Aurora Shoe Company: Small Town Authenticity

Going Once, Going Twice…: Leatherworld Auctions and Legacy Brands, Tex Tan Belts and Leather

Tex Tan in the Land of Leather

As it diversifies the product line, Martin Harness Shop is poised for a good future

Saddle Seat Inlay Part 2 of 2 • WITH TREVOR ALEXANDER OF BURNS SADDLERY MEDIA BY DEREK DOWSETT OF 1876 MEDIA WRITTEN BY RACHEL MCHARDY OF LEARN WITH ILLUME

Leadership Qualities, Skills, and Abilities that Propel People to Excellence • Leaders that are able to effectively influence their employees gain the trust and respect of their staff and are able to align their vision, mission, and goals.

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