ECCO USA RECEIVES SEAL OF ACCEPTANCE BY AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

Five styles awarded distinction for three years

05.06.2008 — LONDONDERRY, NH – New Hampshire-based ECCO USA Inc., a global leader in the footwear industry, was awarded the Seal of Acceptance by the Board of Trustees of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). The distinction was granted for a period of three years to the following styles: Austin Plain Toe Tie, Cloud Ghillie Tie, NeoBasic Tie, Track IV High, Wave Slip On and Yucatan Sandal.

The APMA Seal of Acceptance recognizes products that set the benchmark for the footwear and foot care industries. Evaluated by a committee of APMA podiatric physicians, the Seal is given to products that are proven to allow for normal foot function and promote quality foot health.

About American Podiatric Medical Association
Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association is the nation’s leading professional society for foot and ankle specialists. The association has component societies in 53 locations in the U.S. and its territories, and a membership of close to 11,500 doctors of podiatric medicine. For more information, visit www.apma.org.

About ECCO USA, Inc.
Headquartered in Londonderry, N.H., ECCO USA Inc., is the sales, marketing and distribution organization for the United States. With over 5,000 points of distribution, 30 partnership stores, and 19 ECCO owned outlets, the company sells a range of footwear covering dress, casual, performance and golf categories for men, women and children.

Founded in 1963 by Karl Toosbuy in southern Denmark, ECCO is known globally for its innovative products and uncompromising commitment to service. With more than 11,000 employees worldwide, ECCO remains family owned and operated with headquarters in Tonder, Denmark. For more information, visit www.eccousa.com.