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growth playbook · Oct 21, 2026

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Tecovas growth playbook

Diagnosis

Tecovas has a loved product (The Earl alone has 24,303 reviews at 4.79), a growing store fleet and a new bet: Tecovas Work, with a Corporate Sales Manager hired to sell crew programs to contractors, energy companies, utilities and data centers.

The site has not caught up with that bet: the corporate page is about gifts and weddings, the Work page's heading is a placeholder, and the most-reviewed work boot averages 3.88 stars. This playbook builds the employer front door first, fixes the Work page and the weak rating, speeds up mobile, and then adds digital vouchers, a Texas target list, fit-trained support agents, new-store launches and a fitting truck.

Growth Score

7/10

Biggest Opportunity

Turn Tecovas Work into a B2B program business, where one employer account is worth hundreds of pairs a year, using the stores and fitting skills Tecovas already has.

Biggest Risk

Red Wing, Ariat and Wolverine already run industrial programs and work lines, and a weak first impression in work boots (ratings, no program page) could stall the category before it scales.

01

Start here

The three moves to make first. Each one is written up in full below.

  1. 1

    Give Tecovas Work its own page for employers: crew orders, boot allowances and job-site fittings

    Add a "Buying for a crew?" link on the Work page pointing to the corporate inquiry form, and a crew-size field on that form.

    High impact First result in 2 weeks
  2. 2

    Replace the placeholder heading and description on the Tecovas Work page

    Rewrite the H1 and description.

    Medium impact First result in 1 month
  3. 3

    Find out why the most-reviewed work boot sits at 3.88 stars

    Export the low reviews and tag them.

    High impact First result in 1 month

02

Your idea portfolio

21 ideas, grouped by when to run them. Open any idea for how to run it: the steps, who to approach, copy you can use, and how to measure it.

  • 6 ideas are marked Unexpected: plays you are unlikely to have tried.

    1 of these are things Programmable can build and run for you.

Every idea placed by the effort it takes against the impact it could have. Quick wins sit top left; select a number to open that idea. The filters below narrow the list by status, timing, category and what Programmable can build.

Effort vs impactEach number is an idea. Select one to open it.
Impact →
Quick wins · 2Big bets · 9Fill-ins · 5Reconsider · 5
Effort →

Showing 21 of 21 ideas

This week 6

Quick wins with a clear first action.

  • 01

    Tecovas is hiring a Corporate Sales Manager to open accounts with contractors, data centers, oil and gas firms and utilities through "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment". But the only corporate page on tecovas.com is about gifts, events and wedding parties "for groups of eight or more", and never mentions work boots, safety ratings or crews. The Tecovas Work page, which already shows the ASTM composite-toe, slip and electrical-hazard ratings and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers, has no link to any employer program. A safety manager who finds the boots has nowhere to start a crew order, while Red Wing for Business offers employers vouchers and an approved assortment.

    High impactLow effort First result in 2 weeks Corporate Sales Manager

    First action

    Add a "Buying for a crew?" link on the Work page pointing to the corporate inquiry form, and a crew-size field on that form.

    How to measure it

    Qualified crew-program inquiries

    Now
    –
    Target
    25 a month
    By
    90 days

    Steps

    1. 1

      Agree the offer

      Allowance, voucher, bulk order and fitting options, and minimums.

      Director of Corporate Sales 1 week

    2. 2

      Write the page

      Industries, ASTM ratings by style, how it works, FAQs.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 week

    3. 3

      Build the form

      Industry, crew size, sites, safety requirements; routed to sales.

      Director of Digital 3 days

    4. 4

      Link it everywhere

      Work page, work boot pages, corporate sales page, footer.

      Director of Digital 1 day

    5. 5

      Add proof

      Quotes from trades reviewers and a first crew case study.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 1 month

    6. 6

      Use in outbound

      Every prospecting email links the page.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    7. 7

      Measure

      Inquiries, first orders and reorders by industry.

      Director of Corporate Sales monthly

    First result
    2 weeks
    Cost
    Staff time only
    Owner
    Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work

    Smallest test

    Put the link and crew-size field live this week and count inquiries for a month.

    Why it works

    Build a "Tecovas Work for Business" page: who it is for (contractors, energy, utilities, data centers), the ASTM ratings per style, how programs work (company allowance or digital voucher, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings at the yard or job site, reorders), volume tiers on request, and a short form asking industry, crew size, location and safety requirements that routes straight to the new Corporate Sales Manager. Link it from the Work page, every work boot page and the corporate sales page, and add a crew-order line to the corporate sales form.

    Industrial buyers purchase boots by the crew and reorder every year, so one program can be worth hundreds of pairs. A clear front door makes the new sales hire's outbound work convert, and catches the inbound demand that today lands on a gifting form.

    Ready to use

    ChecklistTecovas Work for Business page

    [ ] Headline for employers, not gift buyers
    [ ] Industries served
    [ ] ASTM F2413-24 ratings by style
    [ ] Allowance and digital voucher option
    [ ] Bulk crew orders and reorders
    [ ] On-site fittings at yards and job sites
    [ ] Form: industry, crew size, sites, safety needs
    [ ] Links from Work page and every work boot page

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Inquiries outrun one seller

      Qualify by crew size on the form and send small orders to stores.

    • Safety claims must be exact

      List the ratings per style exactly as printed on the product pages.

    Evidence

    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Your websiteCorporate Sales page (checked October 20, 2026): heading "Corporate Sales & Events", "Thoughtful gifts, memorable events, and Tecovas hospitality. All made easy for groups of eight or more"; three services (In-Store Fittings & Events, Bulk Gifting Orders, Off-Site Fittings) and an inquiry form answered "within 2 business days". Its description talks about rewarding "your team's hard work and big milestones" or outfitting "your wedding party". The page never mentions work boots, safety standards, crews, allowances or vouchers.Source
    • Your websiteTecovas Work page: the page's only H1 (hidden from view, read by search engines and screen readers) is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and the meta description is "Born in Texas. Built to Last."; the page shows "Friends for the Trenches", the Longhaul line, "Meets ASTM Standards" (composite toe ASTM F2413-24 I/C, slip resistance SR, electrical hazard EH), wedge and 90° heels, and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers. It has no link to corporate or crew programs.Source
    • Competitor researchRed Wing for Business: "industry-leading safety footwear and PPE programs for companies of all sizes", with "user-friendly portals and secure digital vouchers" and a "company-approved assortment" for each employee. Ariat sells "Western, Work, English, and Outdoor" styles; Lucchese sells premium cowboy boots; Wolverine sells "Tough Work Boots".Source
  • 02

    The Work page's only H1, which search engines and screen readers read, is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and its description is the generic "Born in Texas. Built to Last." Searches such as "western composite toe work boots" get no signal from the page that best answers them.

    Medium impactLow effort First result in 1 month SEO and Content Manager

    First action

    Rewrite the H1 and description.

    How to measure it

    Work page search clicks

    Now
    –
    Target
    +30%
    By
    90 days

    Steps

    1. 1

      Rewrite H1

      Plain, descriptive.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 hour

    2. 2

      Rewrite description

      Ratings and prices.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 hour

    3. 3

      Check other story pages

      Same placeholder pattern.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 day

    4. 4

      Add internal links

      From work boot blog posts.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 day

    5. 5

      Request reindex

      Search Console.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 hour

    6. 6

      Measure

      Clicks and rankings.

      SEO and Content Manager monthly

    First result
    1 month
    Cost
    $0
    Owner
    SEO and Content Manager

    Smallest test

    Fix the heading today.

    Why it works

    Set the H1 to something like "Western work boots with composite toe, slip and electrical-hazard protection", write a description with the ASTM ratings and price range, and add internal links from the blog's work boot posts.

    A clear heading and description help the page rank and earn clicks for high-intent work boot searches.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Visual design changes

      Keep the visible design; change the hidden heading and metadata.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteTecovas Work page: the page's only H1 (hidden from view, read by search engines and screen readers) is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and the meta description is "Born in Texas. Built to Last."; the page shows "Friends for the Trenches", the Longhaul line, "Meets ASTM Standards" (composite toe ASTM F2413-24 I/C, slip resistance SR, electrical hazard EH), wedge and 90° heels, and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers. It has no link to corporate or crew programs.Source
    • Your websiteContent and channels: 135 blog posts, recent ones including "Gifts for Cowboys" (October 19, 2026), "Best Work Boots for Construction", "Womens Work Boots Mean Business" and city guides for Nashville, Austin and Denver; YouTube has about 28,500 subscribers, 73 videos and 14.3 million views; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are linked.Source
    • Your websiteProduct pages for work boots show the three ASTM F2413-24 ratings, free shipping over $100, and reviews through Junip; the Men's Work Pant is $95 and there is a Tecovas Work trucker hat and work socks.Source
  • 03

    The Longhaul Square Composite Toe has 474 reviews, more than any other work boot, but averages 3.88 stars, while The Earl averages 4.79 from 24,303. A recent review notes the model "runs large". For buyers new to Tecovas Work, this is the rating they see first.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 month Merchandising Manager

    First action

    Export the low reviews and tag them.

    How to measure it

    Average rating of new reviews

    Now
    –
    Target
    4.4+
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Export reviews

      All 1-3 star reviews.

      Merchandising Manager 1 day

    2. 2

      Tag causes

      Sizing, comfort, quality.

      Merchandising Manager 3 days

    3. 3

      Fix the page

      Size note and fit guide.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    4. 4

      Brief design

      Construction issues.

      Design Director, Men's Footwear 1 week

    5. 5

      Reply publicly

      Recent low reviews.

      Senior Manager, CX Operations 1 week

    6. 6

      Ask for reviews

      Work buyers after 60 days.

      CRM and Retention Manager ongoing

    First result
    1 month
    Cost
    Staff time only
    Owner
    Merchandising Manager

    Smallest test

    Add a size note if sizing is the top complaint.

    Why it works

    Read every 1-3 star review and tag the cause (sizing, break-in, sole, waterproofing, durability). If sizing leads, add a size note and fit guidance on the page and in the fit guide; if construction, send findings to the footwear design team. Reply to recent low reviews with the fix, and ask satisfied work buyers for reviews after 60 days of wear.

    Ratings drive conversion on a $265 boot, and fixing the top complaint helps the whole work category the company is investing in.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Causes are mixed

      Fix the largest single cause first.

    Evidence

    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
    • HiringGreenhouse board (October 20, 2026): 88 open roles, most of them store roles (40+ seasonal and regular sales associates, assistant store managers, team leads), including four in College Station, Texas and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet. Headquarters roles: Technical Project Manager for Front End Engineering, Design Director and Junior Designer for men's footwear ("Western, work, and adjacent footwear categories"), a Sourcing Specialist and a supply-chain systems analyst.Source
    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
  • 04

    Real visitors fail Core Web Vitals on responsiveness (INP 255 ms), site-wide loading got 40% slower, and on a phone the hero image appears at 5.3s. Shopify scripts block the main thread for 1.1s and the free-shipping banner causes the layout shift.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 month Director of Digital

    First action

    Profile the slowest interactions on mobile.

    How to measure it

    Homepage INP

    Now
    –
    Target
    under 200 ms
    By
    60 days

    Steps

    1. 1

      Profile

      Slow interactions.

      Technical Project Manager 2 days

    2. 2

      Defer scripts

      Non-essential first.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    3. 3

      Hero image

      Preload and resize.

      Director of Digital 2 days

    4. 4

      Banner space

      Fix layout shift.

      Director of Digital 1 day

    5. 5

      Accessibility

      Dialog names and contrast.

      Director of Digital 3 days

    6. 6

      Retest

      Field data monthly.

      Technical Project Manager monthly

    First result
    1 month
    Cost
    Developer time
    Owner
    Director of Digital

    Smallest test

    Preload the hero image this week.

    Why it works

    Defer non-essential scripts, split the front-end bundle, preload and resize the hero image, reserve space for the banner, and give dialogs accessible names. The new Technical Project Manager can run it as one sprint.

    Faster taps and loads lift mobile conversion during the gifting season, when traffic peaks.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Breaking apps

      Test each change on a staging theme.

    Evidence

    • Google PageSpeedHomepage: real visitors fail Core Web Vitals on responsiveness (INP 255 ms at the 75th percentile; the limit is 200 ms) while loading (LCP 2.3s) and layout (CLS 0) pass; site-wide loading got 40% slower in the latest Chrome data. Lab: mobile score 67 (desktop 95), the hero image appears at 5.3s on a phone, Shopify scripts block the main thread for 1.1s, 166 KB of unused JavaScript and 302 KB of image savings; the free-shipping banner causes the layout shift. Accessibility issues include unnamed dialogs, low contrast and small touch targets.Source
    • HiringGreenhouse board (October 20, 2026): 88 open roles, most of them store roles (40+ seasonal and regular sales associates, assistant store managers, team leads), including four in College Station, Texas and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet. Headquarters roles: Technical Project Manager for Front End Engineering, Design Director and Junior Designer for men's footwear ("Western, work, and adjacent footwear categories"), a Sourcing Specialist and a supply-chain systems analyst.Source
  • 05

    The homepage has no social share image, so links shared in texts, Facebook groups and Slack show a blank or random preview, right as gifting and referral sharing ($50 for both friends) peak.

    Medium impactLow effort First result in 1 week Brand Marketing Manager

    First action

    Upload the image and set the tags.

    How to measure it

    Shared-link clicks

    Now
    –
    Target
    +10%
    By
    60 days

    Steps

    1. 1

      Design the image

      1200x630.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 day

    2. 2

      Set tags

      Homepage and key pages.

      Director of Digital 1 hour

    3. 3

      Check previews

      iMessage, Facebook, Slack.

      Director of Digital 1 hour

    4. 4

      Referral page

      Its own image.

      CRM and Retention Manager 1 hour

    5. 5

      Gift cards

      Holiday image.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 hour

    6. 6

      Review

      Each season.

      Brand Marketing Manager quarterly

    First result
    1 week
    Cost
    $0
    Owner
    Brand Marketing Manager

    Smallest test

    Set the homepage image today.

    Why it works

    Add a branded share image and title to the homepage and the referral, gift card and corporate pages, and check previews in the main apps.

    A good preview gets more clicks on every shared link, including referral links.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Low impact alone

      Ship it with the referral push.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteHomepage and footer: a top banner "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off"; collaborations with Mossy Oak, KREWE, Stallion and Chili's; partners such as Folds of Honor and the Opry; a Fall 2026 catalog; a "Resale" link to the Tecovas Trading Post, where the community buys and sells "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods"; a Last Call section; free shipping over $100 and 30-day free returns. The homepage has no social share image.Source
  • 06

    The homepage banner says "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off". With tens of thousands of five-star reviews on the core boots, happy owners are the best salespeople, but a limited-time banner reaches only site visitors.

    High impactLow effort First result in 1 month CRM and Retention Manager

    First action

    Add the referral link to the 30-day post-purchase email.

    How to measure it

    Referral orders

    Now
    –
    Target
    +40%
    By
    1 quarter

    Steps

    1. 1

      Add to emails

      Delivery and day 30.

      CRM and Retention Manager 3 days

    2. 2

      Add to receipts

      Online and in store.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 week

    3. 3

      Store script

      Mention at checkout.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 week

    4. 4

      Test offers

      Standing vs limited.

      CRM and Retention Manager 1 month

    5. 5

      Track

      Referrals by source.

      CRM and Retention Manager weekly

    6. 6

      Reward top referrers

      Free branding service.

      Director of Retail Operations ongoing

    First result
    1 month
    Cost
    Referral discounts
    Owner
    CRM and Retention Manager

    Smallest test

    Add the link to the day-30 email.

    Why it works

    Send the referral link after delivery and again after the boots are broken in (around 30 days), show it in order confirmation and in-store receipts, and test a standing offer against the limited-time one.

    Asking right after a good first wear raises referral rates, and stores add a channel online banners miss.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Discount cost

      Pay only on first orders over a minimum.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteHomepage and footer: a top banner "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off"; collaborations with Mossy Oak, KREWE, Stallion and Chili's; partners such as Folds of Honor and the Opry; a Fall 2026 catalog; a "Resale" link to the Tecovas Trading Post, where the community buys and sells "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods"; a Last Call section; free shipping over $100 and 30-day free returns. The homepage has no social share image.Source
    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source

This quarter 9

The core plays for the next three months.

  • 07

    The Corporate Sales Manager is to build the channel "from a cold start" with general contractors, data center builders, energy and utilities, and Tecovas is headquartered in Austin with dozens of Texas stores. Tecovas Work reviews already come from oil and gas and construction workers.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Corporate Sales Manager

    First action

    List 50 accounts within an hour of a Texas store.

    How to measure it

    Crew programs signed

    Now
    –
    Target
    10
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Build the list

      Texas accounts near stores.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Fitting kit

      Sizes, ratings sheet, order forms.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 2 weeks

    3. 3

      Book fitting days

      One crew each.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    4. 4

      Store support

      Local staff at fittings.

      Director of Retail Operations ongoing

    5. 5

      Events

      Two regional trade shows.

      Director of Corporate Sales 1 quarter

    6. 6

      Convert

      Allowance and reorder terms.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Travel and fitting samples
    Owner
    Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work

    Smallest test

    Run one fitting day with a contractor.

    Build the prospect list. The list compiled from public sources, verified, deduplicated and delivered to your CRM. Usually live within days.

    Book a working session

    Why it works

    Build a list of 50 Texas accounts near stores, offer a free on-site fitting day for one crew, and turn each into a program with allowances and reorders. Attend two regional safety or construction events with a fitting booth.

    A focused first list near stores makes fittings cheap and proves the program before national expansion.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Long procurement cycles

      Start with site leaders, then EHS and procurement.

    Evidence

    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
    • Your websiteTecovas Work page: the page's only H1 (hidden from view, read by search engines and screen readers) is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and the meta description is "Born in Texas. Built to Last."; the page shows "Friends for the Trenches", the Longhaul line, "Meets ASTM Standards" (composite toe ASTM F2413-24 I/C, slip resistance SR, electrical hazard EH), wedge and 90° heels, and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers. It has no link to corporate or crew programs.Source
  • 08

    Industrial buyers expect allowance and voucher programs, and Red Wing for Business offers "secure digital vouchers" and a company-approved assortment. Tecovas sells online and in 70 stores, so a voucher could be redeemed either way.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Director of Digital

    First action

    Test one voucher program with an existing gifting customer.

    How to measure it

    Voucher redemption rate

    Now
    –
    Target
    80%
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Design rules

      Styles, cap, expiry.

      Director of Corporate Sales 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Build codes

      Restricted discounts or gift cards.

      Director of Digital 1 month

    3. 3

      Store redemption

      Point of sale.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    4. 4

      Employer report

      Monthly use.

      Director of Digital 2 weeks

    5. 5

      Pilot

      One account.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 1 month

    6. 6

      Roll out

      All programs.

      Director of Corporate Sales 1 quarter

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Developer time
    Owner
    Director of Digital

    Smallest test

    Run a manual voucher list for one crew.

    Why it works

    Issue single-use codes or gift cards per employee, limited to the approved work styles and a dollar cap, redeemable online and in stores, with a monthly report for the employer.

    Vouchers remove the paperwork that stops employers from switching boot suppliers and make reorders automatic.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Code sharing

      Single-use codes tied to a name and email.

    Evidence

    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Competitor researchRed Wing for Business: "industry-leading safety footwear and PPE programs for companies of all sizes", with "user-friendly portals and secure digital vouchers" and a "company-approved assortment" for each employee. Ariat sells "Western, Work, English, and Outdoor" styles; Lucchese sells premium cowboy boots; Wolverine sells "Tough Work Boots".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
  • 09

    Tecovas is hiring a CX Systems & Process Coordinator to keep the help center accurate "for the AI agents that rely on them" and to flag wrong answers. Fit is the question that decides boot purchases and returns, and review text already says which models run large.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Senior Manager

    First action

    Write 50 test questions from recent fit tickets.

    How to measure it

    Size exchanges and returns

    Now
    –
    Target
    -15%
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Collect data

      Reviews and return reasons by style.

      CX Systems & Process Coordinator 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Write fit notes

      Per style.

      Merchandising Manager 2 weeks

    3. 3

      Update knowledge base

      Help center and agent content.

      CX Systems & Process Coordinator 1 week

    4. 4

      Test set

      50 fit questions.

      CX Systems & Process Coordinator 1 week

    5. 5

      Release and monitor

      Wrong answers and handoffs.

      CX Systems & Process Coordinator weekly

    6. 6

      Measure

      Returns by style.

      Senior Manager, CX Operations monthly

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Staff time only
    Owner
    Senior Manager, CX Operations

    Smallest test

    Load fit notes for the top ten styles.

    Why it works

    Build a fit knowledge base per style (runs large or true, width, break-in, instep) from review and return data, test the AI agents against 50 real fit questions before each release, and measure fit-related returns.

    Right first-time sizing cuts exchanges and returns and makes online buyers more confident.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • AI gives wrong sizes

      Hand off to a person when confidence is low.

    Evidence

    • HiringCX Systems & Process Coordinator (posted September 15, 2026): keeps "the connected systems, AI agents, and automations behind our customer experience team" running, will "Keep our help articles and knowledge base accurate and current, both for the team and for the AI agents that rely on them", "Run test cases against our AI agents", and "flag wrong answers, failed handoffs, loops, and missed escalations".Source
    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
    • Your websiteHomepage and footer: a top banner "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off"; collaborations with Mossy Oak, KREWE, Stallion and Chili's; partners such as Folds of Honor and the Opry; a Fall 2026 catalog; a "Resale" link to the Tecovas Trading Post, where the community buys and sells "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods"; a Last Call section; free shipping over $100 and 30-day free returns. The homepage has no social share image.Source
  • 10

    Tecovas is hiring four people in College Station and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet, and its planner runs New Store Opening reviews 45 days after opening.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Director of Retail Operations

    First action

    Publish coming-soon pages for both towns.

    How to measure it

    Opening-week sales vs plan

    Now
    –
    Target
    +20%
    By
    at opening

    Steps

    1. 1

      Coming-soon pages

      Sign-up and date.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    2. 2

      Email locals

      Customers within 30 miles.

      CRM and Retention Manager 2 weeks

    3. 3

      Local partner

      Campus or community group.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    4. 4

      Opening event

      Branding and drinks.

      Director of Retail Operations at opening

    5. 5

      Hire early

      Train staff before opening.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    6. 6

      Review

      At 45 days.

      Store Assortment Planner at 45 days

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Event budget
    Owner
    Director of Retail Operations

    Smallest test

    Launch one coming-soon page.

    Why it works

    Publish a "coming soon" store page with a sign-up for the opening event, email local customers from order data, partner with a local cause or campus group, and offer free branding on opening weekend.

    Stores that open with a list sell more in their first weeks, which shapes the 45-day review.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Dates slip

      Collect sign-ups without a date, then confirm.

    Evidence

    • HiringGreenhouse board (October 20, 2026): 88 open roles, most of them store roles (40+ seasonal and regular sales associates, assistant store managers, team leads), including four in College Station, Texas and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet. Headquarters roles: Technical Project Manager for Front End Engineering, Design Director and Junior Designer for men's footwear ("Western, work, and adjacent footwear categories"), a Sourcing Specialist and a supply-chain systems analyst.Source
    • HiringStore Assortment Planner (posted October 6, 2026): builds store-level assortments "including the stores we plan to open", "assortments for our small-concept stores (under 2,500 sq ft)", supports "shop-in-shop (SIS) partner locations", runs New Store Opening reviews "about 45 days after opening", and updates "Invent.ai, our allocation and replenishment platform".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
  • 11

    The Store Assortment Planner will build assortments for small-concept stores, shop-in-shop partners such as Bass Pro Shops, and new stores. Online orders already show what each area buys, including work boots near energy and construction hubs.

    Medium impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Store Assortment Planner

    First action

    Pull online sales by zip for five stores.

    How to measure it

    Sell-through in pilot stores

    Now
    –
    Target
    +5 points
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Pull data

      Online sales by area.

      Senior Manager, Allocation 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Match stores

      Trade areas.

      Store Assortment Planner 1 week

    3. 3

      Adjust plans

      Choice counts.

      Store Assortment Planner 1 month

    4. 4

      Load in Invent.ai

      Allocation rules.

      Store Assortment Planner 2 weeks

    5. 5

      Pilot

      Five stores and one Bass Pro.

      Store Assortment Planner 1 quarter

    6. 6

      Review

      Sell-through.

      Senior Manager, Allocation monthly

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Analyst time
    Owner
    Store Assortment Planner

    Smallest test

    Compare one store's assortment with local online orders.

    Why it works

    Map online sales by style and size to each store's area, use it for choice counts in Invent.ai, and add work boots to stores and Bass Pro locations where online demand shows it.

    Local online demand is a cheap forecast and reduces markdowns in small stores.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Online and store buyers differ

      Blend with store history.

    Evidence

    • HiringStore Assortment Planner (posted October 6, 2026): builds store-level assortments "including the stores we plan to open", "assortments for our small-concept stores (under 2,500 sq ft)", supports "shop-in-shop (SIS) partner locations", runs New Store Opening reviews "about 45 days after opening", and updates "Invent.ai, our allocation and replenishment platform".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
  • 12

    Each store page lists vetted cobblers "within 40 miles", and Tecovas says good boots last a lifetime with resoling. Customers rarely know when to resole.

    Medium impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Director of Retail Operations

    First action

    Set the 12-month email.

    How to measure it

    Care-email store visits

    Now
    –
    Target
    5% of recipients
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Write emails

      12 and 24 months.

      CRM and Retention Manager 1 week

    2. 2

      Map cobblers

      Nearest per customer.

      CRM and Retention Manager 1 week

    3. 3

      Store offer

      Free cleaning and shine.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 week

    4. 4

      Track

      Visits and orders.

      CRM and Retention Manager monthly

    5. 5

      Train staff

      Care conversation.

      Director of Retail Operations 2 weeks

    6. 6

      Expand

      Work boots at 9 months.

      CRM and Retention Manager 1 quarter

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    $0
    Owner
    Director of Retail Operations

    Smallest test

    Send the 12-month email to one cohort.

    Why it works

    Email owners at 12 and 24 months with care tips, a cobbler near them and a store service visit; invite them in for free cleaning and a look at new arrivals.

    Care visits bring owners back into stores, where they buy their second pair.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Email fatigue

      Two emails per year only.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
    • Your websiteCustomizations page: in-store hot iron branding, debossing, boot stretching, boot painting, a hat bar, chain stitching and patches, and custom embroidery online for select styles, with "Book An Appointment".Source
  • 13

    Tecovas already runs a resale community for "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods". A trade-in credit would turn old boots into a reason to buy new ones.

    Medium impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter CRM and Retention Manager

    First action

    Define the credit and test in two stores.

    How to measure it

    Trade-in repeat orders

    Now
    –
    Target
    500
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Set the credit

      By condition.

      CRM and Retention Manager 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Pick stores

      Two pilots.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 week

    3. 3

      Link resale

      List traded pairs.

      Director of Digital 1 month

    4. 4

      Promote

      Older-boot owners.

      CRM and Retention Manager 2 weeks

    5. 5

      Measure

      Repeat orders.

      CRM and Retention Manager monthly

    6. 6

      Decide

      Expand or stop.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 quarter

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Credit cost
    Owner
    CRM and Retention Manager

    Smallest test

    Accept trade-ins in one store for a month.

    Why it works

    Offer store credit for listing or trading in a pair, with stores accepting trade-ins on set days, and promote it to customers whose boots are three or more years old.

    Trade-ins bring lapsed customers back and keep used boots in the brand's own channel.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Margin cost

      Credit only toward full-price items.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteHomepage and footer: a top banner "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off"; collaborations with Mossy Oak, KREWE, Stallion and Chili's; partners such as Folds of Honor and the Opry; a Fall 2026 catalog; a "Resale" link to the Tecovas Trading Post, where the community buys and sells "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods"; a Last Call section; free shipping over $100 and 30-day free returns. The homepage has no social share image.Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
  • 14

    Tecovas blogs about "Best Work Boots for Construction" and "Womens Work Boots Mean Business", and work boot pages show three ASTM ratings, but there are no pages by trade (electricians, oil and gas, data center crews, ranch work) matching the heel and safety options.

    Medium impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter SEO and Content Manager

    First action

    Pick four trades.

    How to measure it

    Work guide visits

    Now
    –
    Target
    10,000 a month
    By
    3 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Pick trades

      Four to start.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 week

    2. 2

      Write guides

      One per trade.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 month

    3. 3

      Add reviews

      From that trade.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 week

    4. 4

      Link products

      Matching styles.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 day

    5. 5

      Link program

      Employer page.

      SEO and Content Manager 1 day

    6. 6

      Measure

      Visits and leads.

      SEO and Content Manager monthly

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Writing time
    Owner
    SEO and Content Manager

    Smallest test

    Publish the electricians guide.

    Why it works

    Publish one guide per trade: hazards, the ratings that matter, wedge vs 90° heel, and the matching Longhaul style, with reviews from that trade and a link to the employer program.

    Trade-specific pages catch searches that generic work boot pages miss and feed corporate leads.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Safety advice

      State only the ratings each boot carries.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteContent and channels: 135 blog posts, recent ones including "Gifts for Cowboys" (October 19, 2026), "Best Work Boots for Construction", "Womens Work Boots Mean Business" and city guides for Nashville, Austin and Denver; YouTube has about 28,500 subscribers, 73 videos and 14.3 million views; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are linked.Source
    • Your websiteTecovas Work page: the page's only H1 (hidden from view, read by search engines and screen readers) is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and the meta description is "Born in Texas. Built to Last."; the page shows "Friends for the Trenches", the Longhaul line, "Meets ASTM Standards" (composite toe ASTM F2413-24 I/C, slip resistance SR, electrical hazard EH), wedge and 90° heels, and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers. It has no link to corporate or crew programs.Source
    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
  • 15

    Tecovas has 28,500 YouTube subscribers and 14.3 million views from only 73 videos. Fit, break-in and care are the questions buyers ask before spending $245-$375.

    Medium impactMedium effort First result in 1 quarter Brand Marketing Manager

    First action

    Film the Longhaul fit video first.

    How to measure it

    Conversion on pages with video

    Now
    –
    Target
    +8%
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Script

      Fit, break-in, care.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 week

    2. 2

      Film

      In store with staff.

      Brand Marketing Manager 2 weeks

    3. 3

      Edit

      Short and long cuts.

      Brand Marketing Manager 2 weeks

    4. 4

      Embed

      Product pages.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    5. 5

      Publish

      YouTube and TikTok.

      Brand Marketing Manager weekly

    6. 6

      Measure

      Conversion and returns.

      Director of Digital monthly

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Production time
    Owner
    Brand Marketing Manager

    Smallest test

    Film one fit video this month.

    Why it works

    Film short videos per franchise (The Earl, Cartwright, Annie, Longhaul): fit, sizing and break-in, plus care; embed them on product pages and the fit guide.

    Video answers fit questions before purchase and cuts returns and support tickets.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Slow pages

      Load video on click.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteContent and channels: 135 blog posts, recent ones including "Gifts for Cowboys" (October 19, 2026), "Best Work Boots for Construction", "Womens Work Boots Mean Business" and city guides for Nashville, Austin and Denver; YouTube has about 28,500 subscribers, 73 videos and 14.3 million views; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are linked.Source
    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
    • HiringCX Systems & Process Coordinator (posted September 15, 2026): keeps "the connected systems, AI agents, and automations behind our customer experience team" running, will "Keep our help articles and knowledge base accurate and current, both for the team and for the AI agents that rely on them", "Run test cases against our AI agents", and "flag wrong answers, failed handoffs, loops, and missed escalations".Source

Big bets 3

Larger plays that can change the trajectory.

  • 16

    The corporate program promises off-site fittings and the new role expects time "on job sites, in yards, and at industry events". A branded truck with stock and fitters turns that into a repeatable sales tool.

    High impactHigh effort First result in 3 quarters Director of Corporate Sales

    First action

    Rent a truck for a two-week pilot.

    How to measure it

    Pairs sold per truck day

    Now
    –
    Target
    40
    By
    3 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Pilot route

      Ten Texas sites.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 1 month

    2. 2

      Fit out

      Stock and fixtures.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    3. 3

      Staff

      Fitters from stores.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    4. 4

      Book sites

      Program prospects.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    5. 5

      Sell

      Vouchers and crew orders.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    6. 6

      Decide

      Buy a truck or stop.

      Director of Corporate Sales 2 quarters

    First result
    3 quarters
    Cost
    Truck and stock
    Owner
    Director of Corporate Sales

    Smallest test

    Run a rented truck for two weeks.

    Why it works

    Fit out one truck with work boot sizes, Tecovas Work apparel and a branding iron, schedule it at contractor yards and energy sites around Texas, and sell on vouchers and crew orders.

    Fitting a crew in an hour wins programs, and the truck doubles as marketing at events.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Cost per visit

      Book only sites with 30+ workers.

    Evidence

    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Your websiteCorporate Sales page (checked October 20, 2026): heading "Corporate Sales & Events", "Thoughtful gifts, memorable events, and Tecovas hospitality. All made easy for groups of eight or more"; three services (In-Store Fittings & Events, Bulk Gifting Orders, Off-Site Fittings) and an inquiry form answered "within 2 business days". Its description talks about rewarding "your team's hard work and big milestones" or outfitting "your wedding party". The page never mentions work boots, safety standards, crews, allowances or vouchers.Source
    • Your websiteCustomizations page: in-store hot iron branding, debossing, boot stretching, boot painting, a hat bar, chain stitching and patches, and custom embroidery online for select styles, with "Book An Appointment".Source
  • 17

    Women's work boots have few styles and few reviews (17 and 5 on the two rated styles, none on the Chelsea), yet reviewers in construction call it the most feminine work boot they have worn, and Tecovas blogs that "Womens Work Boots Mean Business". The footwear design team is hiring for "Western, work, and adjacent" categories.

    High impactHigh effort First result in 4 quarters Design Director

    First action

    Interview 20 women in trades who own the boot.

    How to measure it

    Women's work boot revenue

    Now
    –
    Target
    +50%
    By
    4 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Interview buyers

      20 women in trades.

      Design Director, Men's Footwear 1 month

    2. 2

      Brief styles

      Widths, tall, soft toe.

      Design Director, Men's Footwear 1 month

    3. 3

      Sample

      Wear tests.

      Design Director, Men's Footwear 2 quarters

    4. 4

      Launch

      With trade groups.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 month

    5. 5

      Program

      Employer assortment.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    6. 6

      Measure

      Sales and ratings.

      Merchandising Manager quarterly

    First result
    4 quarters
    Cost
    Development budget
    Owner
    Design Director, Men's Footwear

    Smallest test

    Run a wear test with one trades group.

    Why it works

    Add sizes and widths, a soft-toe option and a tall style, test with women in trades groups, and feature them in the employer program.

    Women in the trades are underserved by work boot brands, and employers need options for every crew member.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Small segment

      Start with widths on existing lasts.

    Evidence

    • Your catalogueWork boot ratings on product pages (October 20, 2026): Longhaul Square Composite Toe $265, 3.88 stars from 474 reviews (one recent 5-star review notes "this particular model's size runs large"); Longhaul Moc Toe $245, 4.25 from 158; Longhaul Round Composite Toe $265, 4.32 from 56; Square Soft Toe with Temp Control $265, 4.22 from 27; Women's Longhaul Round $245, 4.65 from 17; Women's Lace Up $245, 4.4 from 5; Women's Chelsea Composite Toe $245, no rating. Cowboy boots for comparison: The Earl $325, 4.79 from 24,303; The Cartwright $375, 4.8 from 15,018; The Annie $375, 4.87 from 8,371.Source
    • Your websiteTecovas Work page: the page's only H1 (hidden from view, read by search engines and screen readers) is "Tecovas Work Story Page", and the meta description is "Born in Texas. Built to Last."; the page shows "Friends for the Trenches", the Longhaul line, "Meets ASTM Standards" (composite toe ASTM F2413-24 I/C, slip resistance SR, electrical hazard EH), wedge and 90° heels, and reviews from oil and gas and construction workers. It has no link to corporate or crew programs.Source
    • HiringGreenhouse board (October 20, 2026): 88 open roles, most of them store roles (40+ seasonal and regular sales associates, assistant store managers, team leads), including four in College Station, Texas and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet. Headquarters roles: Technical Project Manager for Front End Engineering, Design Director and Junior Designer for men's footwear ("Western, work, and adjacent footwear categories"), a Sourcing Specialist and a supply-chain systems analyst.Source
    • Your websiteContent and channels: 135 blog posts, recent ones including "Gifts for Cowboys" (October 19, 2026), "Best Work Boots for Construction", "Womens Work Boots Mean Business" and city guides for Nashville, Austin and Denver; YouTube has about 28,500 subscribers, 73 videos and 14.3 million views; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are linked.Source
  • 18

    The new role expands accounts "into branded apparel and products", and stores already offer hot-iron branding, chain stitching and embroidery. Tecovas sells a $95 work pant, work socks and a trucker hat.

    High impactMedium effort First result in 3 quarters Corporate Sales Manager

    First action

    Price a kit for a 20-person crew.

    How to measure it

    Average program value

    Now
    –
    Target
    +40%
    By
    3 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Design kits

      Two price levels.

      Merchandising Manager 1 month

    2. 2

      Branding process

      Logos at scale.

      Director of Retail Operations 1 month

    3. 3

      Price

      Per person tiers.

      Director of Corporate Sales 2 weeks

    4. 4

      Sell

      With first crew orders.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    5. 5

      Onboarding offer

      New hires yearly.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work ongoing

    6. 6

      Measure

      Value per program.

      Director of Corporate Sales quarterly

    First result
    3 quarters
    Cost
    Branding capacity
    Owner
    Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work

    Smallest test

    Offer a kit to the first program customer.

    Why it works

    Package a crew kit (boots, work pant, cap, socks) with the company logo branded or embroidered, priced per person, and offer it for onboarding new hires each year.

    Kits raise order value per worker and make Tecovas part of the employer's onboarding.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Branding bottleneck

      Batch logos at one store or partner.

    Evidence

    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Your websiteCustomizations page: in-store hot iron branding, debossing, boot stretching, boot painting, a hat bar, chain stitching and patches, and custom embroidery online for select styles, with "Book An Appointment".Source
    • Your websiteProduct pages for work boots show the three ASTM F2413-24 ratings, free shipping over $100, and reviews through Junip; the Men's Work Pant is $95 and there is a Tecovas Work trucker hat and work socks.Source

Wildcards 3

Unexpected experiments, each with a cheap way to test it.

  • 19

    Young workers buy their first serious boots when they start an apprenticeship. Tecovas already partners with causes such as Folds of Honor and welcomes "first-time boot buyers".

    Medium impactLow effort First result in 2 quarters Brand Marketing Manager

    First action

    Contact three Texas trade schools.

    How to measure it

    Apprentice first pairs

    Now
    –
    Target
    500
    By
    3 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      List schools

      Texas first.

      Brand Marketing Manager 2 weeks

    2. 2

      Design offer

      Discount and fitting.

      CRM and Retention Manager 2 weeks

    3. 3

      Fitting days

      At schools.

      Director of Retail Operations ongoing

    4. 4

      Verify students

      School codes.

      Director of Digital 2 weeks

    5. 5

      Track

      Orders and later employers.

      CRM and Retention Manager monthly

    6. 6

      Expand

      Union centers.

      Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work 2 quarters

    First result
    2 quarters
    Cost
    Discount cost
    Owner
    Brand Marketing Manager

    Smallest test

    Run one fitting day at a trade school.

    Why it works

    Offer apprentices at Texas trade schools and union training centers a first-pair discount and a fitting day, with a graduation gift card.

    It builds loyalty early and introduces employers to Tecovas Work through their own new hires.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Low spending power

      Offer payment plans and work styles at $245.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteHomepage and footer: a top banner "Limited Time: Refer a Friend, You'll Both Get $50 Off"; collaborations with Mossy Oak, KREWE, Stallion and Chili's; partners such as Folds of Honor and the Opry; a Fall 2026 catalog; a "Resale" link to the Tecovas Trading Post, where the community buys and sells "gently worn Tecovas fine western goods"; a Last Call section; free shipping over $100 and 30-day free returns. The homepage has no social share image.Source
    • HiringCorporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work (Austin, posted October 7, 2026): "build and grow industrial business for our Corporate Sales channel" with "construction, data centers, oil and gas, utilities, infrastructure, and the trades"; "Tecovas Work is a growing category for the brand, and the accounts you open in this role will help define what it becomes." The role structures "allowance and voucher programs, bulk crew orders, on-site fittings, and recurring replenishment", then expands "into branded apparel and products, corporate gifting, off-site fitting events", and must "Convert a first crew order into a company-wide program". It asks for knowledge of "safety standards, allowance and voucher programs, procurement cycles, and the role of EHS and site leadership in the decision".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
  • 20

    The corporate sales page description mentions outfitting "your wedding party in Western style", but weddings are hidden inside a corporate page. Groomsmen and bridesmaid boots are a search couples make months ahead.

    Medium impactLow effort First result in 1 quarter Director of Retail Operations

    First action

    Write the page from the existing group fitting offer.

    How to measure it

    Wedding bookings

    Now
    –
    Target
    30 a month
    By
    2 quarters

    Steps

    1. 1

      Write page

      Groups and branding.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 week

    2. 2

      Group form

      Date and party size.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    3. 3

      Store process

      Group fittings.

      Director of Retail Operations 2 weeks

    4. 4

      Photos

      Real weddings with consent.

      Brand Marketing Manager 1 quarter

    5. 5

      Promote

      Pinterest and search.

      Brand Marketing Manager ongoing

    6. 6

      Measure

      Bookings.

      Director of Retail Operations monthly

    First result
    1 quarter
    Cost
    Staff time only
    Owner
    Director of Retail Operations

    Smallest test

    Publish the page and link it from corporate sales.

    Why it works

    Build a weddings page: group fittings, matching boots, branding with initials and dates, a group order form and gift cards for the party.

    Weddings bring groups of buyers into stores and new customers who gift later.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Splits the corporate page

      Keep corporate for companies and link both ways.

    Evidence

    • Your websiteCorporate Sales page (checked October 20, 2026): heading "Corporate Sales & Events", "Thoughtful gifts, memorable events, and Tecovas hospitality. All made easy for groups of eight or more"; three services (In-Store Fittings & Events, Bulk Gifting Orders, Off-Site Fittings) and an inquiry form answered "within 2 business days". Its description talks about rewarding "your team's hard work and big milestones" or outfitting "your wedding party". The page never mentions work boots, safety standards, crews, allowances or vouchers.Source
    • Your websiteCustomizations page: in-store hot iron branding, debossing, boot stretching, boot painting, a hat bar, chain stitching and patches, and custom embroidery online for select styles, with "Book An Appointment".Source
    • Your websiteStores: 70 store pages in the sitemap, from Austin South Congress to SoHo and Williamsburg, including two Bass Pro Shops locations (Sayreville and Springfield). Each page has hours, free in-store services (branding, debossing, cleaning, shining, stretching) and a "Cobbler Network" of vetted cobblers "within 40 miles of this store". An authorized-retailers page lists 12 western and ranch retailers, among them Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, Pinto Ranch and National Roper Supply.Source
  • 21

    The homepage loads services from a handful of outside hosts, including hosts that match no app listed on the site, alongside Shopify and the content system. Each script costs speed, and unknown ones need an owner.

    Medium impactLow effort First result in 1 month Director of Digital

    First action

    List all hosts on the homepage and product pages.

    How to measure it

    Scripts without an owner

    Now
    –
    Target
    0
    By
    30 days

    Steps

    1. 1

      List hosts

      Homepage and product pages.

      Director of Digital 1 day

    2. 2

      Confirm owners

      Digital and engineering.

      Technical Project Manager 1 week

    3. 3

      Remove unowned

      Or replace.

      Director of Digital 1 week

    4. 4

      Document

      Script register.

      Technical Project Manager 1 day

    5. 5

      Retest speed

      PageSpeed.

      Director of Digital 1 day

    6. 6

      Review

      Quarterly.

      Technical Project Manager quarterly

    First result
    1 month
    Cost
    $0
    Owner
    Director of Digital

    Smallest test

    Confirm the owner of every host this week.

    Why it works

    List every host, confirm its owner and purpose with the digital and engineering teams, remove anything unowned, and add a quarterly script review to the sprint calendar.

    Fewer, known scripts load faster and reduce risk on a store that takes payments.

    Risks and how to handle them

    • Removing a needed tag

      Check with each team before removing.

    Evidence

    • Google PageSpeedHomepage: real visitors fail Core Web Vitals on responsiveness (INP 255 ms at the 75th percentile; the limit is 200 ms) while loading (LCP 2.3s) and layout (CLS 0) pass; site-wide loading got 40% slower in the latest Chrome data. Lab: mobile score 67 (desktop 95), the hero image appears at 5.3s on a phone, Shopify scripts block the main thread for 1.1s, 166 KB of unused JavaScript and 302 KB of image savings; the free-shipping banner causes the layout shift. Accessibility issues include unnamed dialogs, low contrast and small touch targets.Source
    • HiringGreenhouse board (October 20, 2026): 88 open roles, most of them store roles (40+ seasonal and regular sales associates, assistant store managers, team leads), including four in College Station, Texas and three in Fredericksburg, Texas, neither of which has a store page yet. Headquarters roles: Technical Project Manager for Front End Engineering, Design Director and Junior Designer for men's footwear ("Western, work, and adjacent footwear categories"), a Sourcing Specialist and a supply-chain systems analyst.Source

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30/60/90 roadmap

What to focus on in each month, and the ideas that carry it.

  1. Days 1 to 307 ideas

    The employer page, Work page heading, the 3.88-star boot, mobile speed, share image and the referral step; audit scripts.

  2. Days 31 to 6010 ideas

    Texas target accounts, digital vouchers, fit-trained AI agents, new-store launches, local assortments, resole reminders, trade-ins, trade guides and fit videos; the weddings page.

  3. Days 61 to 904 ideas

    Commit to the fitting truck, the women's work line and crew kits; pilot the apprentice program.

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Customers

What customers say

Customers value comfort right out of the box. The most cited problem: choosing the right size online.

  • Quality leather at a fair price
  • Break-in worries
  • In their words: “comfortable”

Market

Competitive landscape

5 competitors compared: Ariat, Red Wing for Business, Lucchese, Boot Barn and 1 more.

  • Gap to exploit: Western-styled safety boots sold as employer programs
  • Ariat: Less direct relationship with buyers
  • Red Wing for Business: Not western style

Hiring signals

Tecovas is opening a B2B channel and tightening operations behind its stores.

  • Corporate Sales Manager, Tecovas Work: Industrial crew programs. Ideas 1, 7, 8, 16, 18.
  • CX Systems & Process Coordinator: AI agents in support. Idea 9.
  • Store Assortment Planner: New, small-concept and shop-in-shop stores. Ideas 10, 11.

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