Georgia Shoe Manufacturer Lays Off Most of Workforce after Adidas Stops Yeezy Production
Monday, November 7th, 2022
Okabashi, an Adidas manufacturing partner and family-owned footwear company in Buford, Georgia, has laid off 142 employees as a result of Adidas ending its partnership with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West.
“As of right now there are not enough orders to keep all employees busy with work. Very regrettably, Okabashi is announcing a layoff of 142 employees effective immediately,” said the statement. See more.
