Vans History
170 Facts
Staff Trivia
Footwear Knowledge
Staff Trivia Part 2
100

In this year Vans was founded. 

What is 1966?

100

This member of the management team is the longest tenured employee of Vans 170.

Who is Andre?

100

When 170 starts a band, this associate will be crucial as he/she knows how to play five different musical instruments

Who is Jay?

100

This shoe was the second shoe ever launched by Vans.

What is the Era?

100

Even though you would never know given this associate's loving attitude towards dogs, he/she was once attacked by a dog and needed 45 stitches.

Who is Taylor?

200

The name of the style first sold by Vans.

What is the Authentic?

200

In this year, Vans 170 first opened its doors.

What is 2002?

200

True to his/her personality, this associate made his/her fun fact answer resemble a dating profile stating "I love music, playing guitar, skateboarding, learning new things, and cars." All that is missing is long walks on the beach.

Who is Gilbert AKA PapiShampoo?

200

When making a display for the Boy's Wall (3.5-6), this size is the optimal choice.

What is a Boy's 4?

200

This associate is passionate about music and even produces and records music!

Who is Humberto?

300

This person designed the first iconic Vans logo.

Who is Mark van Doren?

300
This legendary 170 ASM is known best for his beard and his ability to have a Spongebob quote for every situation.

Who is Stefan?

300
These two associates are neck and neck for largest Vans collection, both hovering around 45-50 pairs.

Who are Abbey and Aaron?

300

This size insert is appropriate for a display for kids (10.5-3).

What is a small stuffing?

300

This associate loves cooking and is always willing to try new recipes from different cuisines.

Who is Karly?

400

This was the original name of Vans when it first opened its doors.

What is Van Doren Rubber Company?
400

While long overdue for a remodel currently, the store did get remodeled most recently in this year. 

What is 2015?

400
These two associates are twins, just not each other's.

Who are Sam and Elliot?

400

This is Abbey's favorite shoe of the moment.

What is the Lizzie Armanto Sk8-Hi Pro?

400

This associate has a crazy sports jersey collection with over 100 jerseys!

Who is Andre?

500

From what country does the van Doren family originate?

What is The Netherlands?

500

Vans uses a word system to describe layout and structure of stores. 170 is this style and is the only one of its kind in the district.

What is Classic Concept?

500

This associate's childhood dream was to become a NFL player.

Who is Jacob?

500

We received a new footwear wave this week and this shoe was the first time we have received this brand new style designed for surfers.

What is the Destruct SF?

500

This associate once declined an invitation to be on Judge Judy

Who is KYLE?

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