About GLEN

OWNER

Glen is the original owner of our fantastic company. After an assortment of different jobs, Glen founded Baggins in 1969 and opened what has now become his beloved shoe empire. A true born and bred Victorian, Glen likes to spend time outdoors when he’s not at work; Travelling, swimming, and biking are his favorites. Although he does admit he loves to stay home and read or watch TV as well.

When asked about his favorite Baggins story, Glen said that there is a new one every day, so it would take more than a paragraph and a beer to get into them. When it comes to Baggins products, Glen is all about the classics, naming his favorite as the classic Black Converse Hi-Tops, Vans Classic Slip-Ons in black with the white sole. He is also a big fan of the John Varvatos Low-Tops.

Glen’s favorite part about Baggins is the fact that he gets to talk to people all over the world, and work with a delightful staff.

About TARA

OWNER

Tara is the Co-owner/Director/All
Seer/Kingpin etc. here at Baggins Shoes. She first started at Baggins in
February 2013, but she truly began her shoe journey 8 years ago,
following after her father who sold shoes for 25 years. Along with her
250 pairs of shoes, she also has a bachelor’s degree in Germanic studies
and French language.

Tara’s biggest obsession is any and every of the Dr. Martens boots and she has bought 15 pairs in the last two years so when it comes to her Baggins wish list every Dr. Martens boots on it.

With a love for travel some of her
favourite places in the world include Paris, London and San Francisco,
but when she is not abroad exploring new lands she loves to be at home
with her pups and hubby, which is when she can binge watch her favourite
shows; Schitt’s Creek, Good Mythical Morning and Try Guys on YouTube.

Some of Tara’s favourite Baggins
moments include Silent Disco sessions on the sales floor during quiet
times with Mike, Glen’s fascinating stories and the legendary staff
parties. Tara loves her job because she can bring her dogs to work, the
fact that everyday is a new challenge and having Glen as a business
partner!

About ANNA

MANAGER/LEAD DESIGNER

Anna is our graphic designer, social media and marketing queen, and customer service guru (just look at that smile)! Anna joined the squad in May of 016. She grew up in White Rock, BC but moved to Victoria to pursue the greener pastures of Graphic Design after studying Art History in Vancouver. You can find her illustrating, painting, busting out yoga poses and sipping pink wine in her downtime. She also reads a ton and also loves watching cheesy 80’s movies. 

Anna says her favourite memory at Baggins was on her very first day, when the entire Printshop team went out for Tacos. She knew right then and there that she had found her true blue work fam. If she had to pick her favorite Baggins products, she would of course recommend getting some custom kicks designed by our talented squad, or a pair of Baggins Originals (namely our Cat Nap design).

Anna is always happy to come into work each day and says that working with such a unique company is a constant inspiration. Anna loves creating new art for our Baggins Originals collection, dreaming up designs for our marketing materials, and working with our incredible clients.

About SPENCER

PRINT TECH

Spencer, our print tech extraordinaire, joined our loving custom family in April 2016. Spencer moved to Victoria from Powell River in 2015 and has been slinging coffee, illustrating and tattooing since. When he isn’t at work, Spencer loves to draw, eat every burrito that comes his way, and take long, romantic late-night walks on the beach.

Spencer says his favourite Baggins memory is when the Printshop team went out for tacos at Tacofino and stuffed our faces, and his favourite part of working with the company is getting to work in a creative environment with a very creative crew.

If Spencer had to pick his favourite Baggins produts, he would definitely recommend the Vans Old Skools, the classic Optic White Converse Hi-Tops and the Vans Classic Slip-ons.

About SEBASTIAN

PRINT TECH

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About TYLER

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Born and raised in Edmonton, this handsome guy joined our Warehouse team in November 2016 after moving to Victoria the previous year. He came to us with experience in a variety of different fields, working in everything from not-for-profit work with underprivileged youth to oil field construction, but is slaying it here at Baggins conquering all the shoes!

When not at work, Tyler loves playing music and currently plays drums for local legends Acres of Lions (who are amazing, btw). He is also a big fan of the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Raptors and loves watching them duke it out in their respective arenas.

Tyler’s absolute favourite Baggins product is the Chuck Taylor II Low-Tops in black, and says his favorite part of working for our awesome company is getting to work with a great team and organizing many, many pairs of shoes.

About GRAHAM

ORDERS/PRINT TECH

Graham began his Baggins journey in the hazy fall of 2017, working at the Baggins Retail Store as a Sales Associate and at our Printshop as a Print Technician where he refers to himself as a Print Tech Monster. He comes to us from a corporate background in Richmond BC, where decided to break the chains and flee to our little island community, or as he lovingly calls it, “The Granola Tribes of Victoria”.

Graham’s currently ruling the world (poorly) while playing Tyranny, and his favourite place to be is in bed or lounging in his robe at his epic gamer computer. You also can find him lounging on his balcony beside his cat, Mayo. When asked about his favourite Baggins memory he said “The last Converse-sponsored bowling party, where he kicked everyone’s ass, even Anna’s. Suck it Anna” Graham loves working at Baggins because of all the cat photos he gets to see and because it requires little to no human interaction which he admits, makes him nervous.

About BELINDA

STORE MANAGER

Belinda joined the team this year as Store Manager and we’re oh so happy to have her be a part of the Baggins Fam! With a long history in retail and sales (45 years to be exact) we can safely say that Belinda is a bit of a master at her job. But when
Belinda is not slaying on the sales floor and helping everything run smoothly at the Baggins headquarters, you can find her catching up on Chicago Med, Chicago PD and Chicago Fire.

Belinda’s favourite destination is the Mayan Riviera with her family and friends and when it comes to her Baggins Wishlist you can find Herschel backpacks, hip packs and wide-fitting Vans!

Her favourite Baggins memory is when Mike introduced her to his band and she was able to give him her honest opinion. Belinda’s favourite part about her job is that it works to her strength, customer service. She loves working with people and doing her best to brighten their day!

About CODY

SALES/RECEIVING

Cody joined the Baggins crew in the fall of 2018 and has been wowing us on the sales floor ever since. After growing up in Tsawwassen, Cody made the big leap and moved to the Island to attend UVic. He is currently a Sociology student and his passions include soccer, hip hop, photography. When Cody isn’t at work you can catch him binge watching Workaholics and The Good Place or cooking up gourmet meals of the pasta variety. Some of Cody’s favourite places include Mike’s arms or Chiang Mai. When it comes to Cody’s Baggins wish list it is about 20 pairs or so long at this point, but at the top you will find the Mix and Match Era Vans since he is a fan of the colour scheme and the way they look once they are on!

Cody’s favourite Baggins moments are when fellow coworker Belinda calls people ‘Boomers’ or the store wide dance contests. But most importantly, Cody loves working at Baggins because its the most fun job he’s had!

About KIERA

SALES/SOCIAL MEDIA

Kiera is our latest addition to the Baggins Team! She's currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Ottawa. When she's not at work, Kiera loves getting out to the great outdoors. You can find her hiking, backcountry camping, or learning to longboard. On rainier days, she loves to paint.

Although she's new to the team, Kiera's made a huge impact, and fit in with our unique band of silly weirdos quickly. When asked about her fave part of the job so far, Kiera explains how much she loves seeing everyone get so excited about how adorable the infant Docs are - the ooh and aahs can be heard from the street outside! So far, her favourite shoes are the Dr. Martens Sidney Polished Smooth Leather Black Oxfords, the Dr. Martens 1461 Heart White Oxfords, and Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lugged Low Top Lotus Pink/White. She's got good taste!

Lastly, Kiera's fave part about working at Baggins is that it's unique to Victoria. She also loves working with cool people, and loves that everyone who walks in our doors is so unique - everyone's looking for the perfect pair to suit their own individual style.

About JACKSON

SALES

Jackson started his Baggins journey on Halloween of 2020 - Not only the spookiest holiday, it's also his favourite! Jackson hails from Prince George, BC, and is currently studying his buns off for a degree in History at UVIC. He's done a little bit of travelling, living in Spain for 3 months, then travelling across Eurpoe, visiting Paris, Amsterdam, Lisbon, enice... and that's not even the end of the list! Of everywhere he's set sight, Hawaii tops it all.

In his spare time, you can find Jackson gazing lovingly at his pet Puffer fish, or playing video games. Pretty much anything to avoid studying! If we're talking secret talents, Jackson's talking about unicycling and juggling... but not at the same time though!