The Verne Bintz Company

10/29/2026

❤️ **Remembering Dad**

One year ago today, we said goodbye to my dad, Verne Bintz.

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Verne Bintz Company this year, I've been thinking a lot about him—not just as the founder of our company, but as my dad, my teacher, and someone who believed deeply in the importance of relationships.

Dad loved the shoe business. He believed in independent shoe stores and the people who worked in them. He valued a good shoe fit, a handshake, a conversation, and a friendship that lasted long after the sale.

He taught me that business isn't just about the products we sell. It's about how we treat people along the way.

I miss him. And I'm grateful for the many people whose lives became part of his story over the years.

**If you knew my dad, I'd love to hear your favorite memory of him.** Maybe it was a visit to your store, a conversation at a trade show, a story he told, a phone conversation, or simply something about him that made you smile.

It would mean a lot to me to hear those memories today.

With love and gratitude,
**Ellen**

10/08/2026

A little piece of Shoe Dog history! 👞

We recently pulled out these old printing plates that we used to stamp gold foil onto the heel wedges and scaphoid pads we manufactured.

Each plate carries the name of a shoe store or business we worked with. Some of those names will be familiar to longtime Shoe Dogs!

These little pieces of metal represent more than a manufacturing process. They remind us of the independent shoe stores, the craftsmanship, and the relationships that have been part of The Verne Bintz Company's story for 50 years.

Times have changed. Products have changed. But our appreciation for the people who know shoes and care about their customers hasn't.

Do you recognize any of these names? We'd love to hear your memories!

09/24/2026

50 years is a long time to be in business.

But when I think about The Verne Bintz Company's 50th anniversary, I don't think first about the number.

I think about the people.

Customers who have been with us for decades.
Vendors who became friends.
Practitioners who have shared what they've learned with us—and taught us along the way.
Employees who have been part of our story.
And families in this industry whose relationships with VBCO now span generations.

My dad started The Verne Bintz Company in 1976. A lot has changed since then—products, technology, the way people buy and sell, and certainly the way we communicate.

But one thing hasn't changed:

This has always been a relationship business.

As we celebrate 50 years, I'm increasingly aware that VBCO's story isn't simply our story. It's made up of all the people who have been part of it.

And I'm very grateful for that.

Here's to the people behind the 50 years.

09/17/2026

Today I am keeping it simple. Simple graphic, simple words.

Great products are only part of what we do.

At The Verne Bintz Company, we believe great service matters just as much.

For 50 years, we've worked with foot-care professionals to provide quality products, practical solutions and the personal service you should expect from a family-owned company.

Whether you're looking for orthotics and insoles, foot-care products, or simply need help finding the right solution for a patient or customer — call us. We're here to help.

Let us show you how the right products — backed by knowledgeable, responsive service — can help make your practice or store even better.

📞 630-665-3113
🌐 bintzco.com

Quality products. Exceptional service. Supporting healthy feet since 1976.

09/14/2026

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09/10/2026

Where it all began.

Long before today's advanced materials and designs, this was one of the original arch supports offered by The Verne Bintz Company.

A lot has changed in 50 years—but one thing hasn't: the relationships we've built with the practitioners and customers we serve.

Are you part of the VB family?

Give us a call and find out why we've had customers who have stayed with us for decades—and why, 50 years later, we're still here to support you.

50 years. Family-owned. Customer-focused. And still moving forward.

09/01/2026

Introducing the NEW LBG Bio™ Series!

The Verne Bintz Company is excited to introduce Bio Kinetic™ and Bio Active™ — professional-quality orthotic solutions designed for today’s foot-care professionals.

✓ Heat moldable and customizable chairside
✓ Eco-friendly PU construction
✓ Fitting aids included
✓ Ready for immediate dispensing
✓ Professional quality at an exceptional value

Bio Kinetic™ offers support, stability and control for everyday clinical use, while Bio Active™ combines performance, comfort and flexibility in a low-profile design.

And the best way to see what makes them different?

Try them.

📞 Call 630-665-3113 to request a sample, or visit bintzco.com to learn more.

Better for your patients. Better for your practice.

LBG Bio Series™ Professional Performance. Immediate Dispensing. ⚡ Heat moldable • ♻ Eco-friendly • 🦶 Chairside customization One Series. Two Clinical Solutions. Bio Kinetic™

07/24/2026

When people ask what The Verne Bintz Company does, the simple answer is that we provide products that help people walk more comfortably.
But the real answer is much bigger than that.
For 50 years, we've had the privilege of supporting the healthcare professionals who help people stay active, independent, and moving. Every heel lift, orthotic, fitting aid, and pedorthic accessory we provide is part of a much larger story—helping someone take a walk without pain, return to work, enjoy time with family, or simply stay active.
It's humbling to think about the thousands of lives that have been touched through the work of our customers over the past five decades.
My dad, Verne Bintz, often reminded us that our work was never just about the products. It was about the people whose lives those products would ultimately improve.
As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we're grateful for the practitioners, customers, vendors, and friends who have been part of this journey. Thank you for allowing us to serve alongside you.
Here's to the next chapter—and to continuing to support healthy feet for generations to come.
❤️ Thank you for being part of our story.

07/17/2026

One of my dad's favorite sayings was:

"We do business the old-fashioned way."

People sometimes ask what that meant.

It meant answering the phone.

It meant knowing our customers by name.

It meant being honest, even when it wasn't the easiest choice.

It meant helping a customer buy only what they needed instead of trying to make a bigger sale.

It meant building relationships that lasted for decades.

As we celebrate 50 years, I'm reminded that while technology has changed, those values haven't.

They're still at the heart of everything we do at The Verne Bintz Company.

Thank you to our customers for allowing us to do business "the old-fashioned way" for the past fifty years.

❤️ 1976–2026

07/09/2026

What an exciting year this has been for The Verne Bintz Company!

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we're also proud to share another important milestone.

We are now both a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and a WBENC Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE).

Founded by Verne Bintz in 1976, our company has always been built on integrity, exceptional service, and lasting relationships. Today, I'm honored to carry those values forward while opening new opportunities for the future.

These certifications represent an exciting new chapter as we expand our work with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and industry partners—while continuing to serve the customers who have supported us throughout the years.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. We look forward to serving you for many years to come.

❤️ Ellen Bintz Meuch
President, The Verne Bintz Company