Norman Finn grew up in the domestic industry and worked in Florence, Italy. He became Corporate Vice President of Product Development for U.S.Shoe in 1976 and helped take the company to $2.7 billion. This led to his developing and pioneering better footwear in Asia. In 1987, he started AmAsia International, developing major brands with his son and daughter-in-law. Norman lives in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, with his wife. Their grandson, Taylor, is their pride and joy.