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Relax Ya Feet 😌Feet. We all have them – and the vast majority of us have problems with them.In fact, foot problems could be seen as something of an epidemic. For example, research has shown that a staggering 75% of Americans experience foot problems.\u0026nbsp;Around 60 million Americans have flat feet, while 10% of Americans experience plantar fasciitis.\u0026nbsp;The problem is worse for runners, who have to deal with the pressure of four times their body weight on their feet when running, with 30% of American runners experiencing plantar fasciitis.\u0026nbsp;And these figures are just the tip of a rather painful iceberg.Sadly, traditional sandals do nothing to help.\u0026nbsp;You have the opportunity to invest in the solution to foot pain – Aussie Soles.Because the world doesn’t need another throwaway sandal.\u0026nbsp;Aussie Soles is an established Australian footwear brand offering podiatrist-approved orthotic sandals that help alleviate common foot pain, look stylish, and feel great to wear, all while being sustainably made and supportive of the community. A recent survey saw 98% of people recommend Aussie Soles orthotic sandals over traditional flat sandals. Aussie Soles review by Dr. Marc Brenner, NY, USAHere's what\u0026nbsp;Aussie Soles has to offer:The first thing that attracts people to Aussie Soles is that our unique sandals can help alleviate the foot pain suffered by millions of people around the world. Our mission is to help as many people as possible with orthotic footwear, without them having to feel like an outcast due to poor styles or lack of choice. These revolutionary sandals are so effective because we pay great attention to the anatomically correct arch and heel support. This support helps realign feet into their natural position and relieve many common foot complaints.Our unique lightweight polymer foam hugs feet and the tarsal bar eliminates toe clenching, allowing for a relaxed and natural walk.At Aussie Soles, we are also treading lightly when it comes to our carbon footprint. We love our beautiful coastal scenery in Australia, and we want to keep it as nature intended.This is why we are committed to improving our materials and processes to benefit the environment. We have trialed the use of environmentally friendly and sustainably sourced materials, such as recycled single-use plastic and\u0026nbsp;our plant-based AusLite™ antibacterial polymer foam, which is made from sustainable sugarcane.These trials have been successful and from this year we will be introducing more environmentally friendly and sustainably sourced materials.We believe in giving back to our community and supporting those in need. This is why Aussie Soles is part of the Buy-One Give-One program, where we donate pairs of our orthotic sandals and other footwear to support people in need around the world.To date, we have donated 200,000 pairs, with plans to reach more people and provide more support with a new donation goal of 1,000,000 pairs in one year.Aussie Soles - Winner of Sunshine Coast Business Awards, 2018 (and finalist in 2019 too)\u0026nbsp;Aussie Soles on Industry LeadersAussie Soles Founder Craig Taplin\u0026nbsp;with his daughters Jaya, Savannah, and IndiaWhen you invest in Aussie Soles, you are investing in a brand with lofty but achievable ambition.We already have a successful brand and worldwide following of loyal customers, along with the infrastructure and leadership to take us to the next level. Now we require a larger investment to follow through on our plans and take a bigger chunk of the $116B global\u0026nbsp;markets.SOURCE: Sandals, Textile \u0026amp; Other Footwear – United States. 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We have used two different companies to perform an independent valuation. This is based on our projections for the next 3-5 years, and these are based on things like the total addressable market and what we believe is our penetration into that market. We've also researched other companies to gauge our projections. I hope this helps."},{"question":"Craig Hi, I clicked on the Invest button, and indicated and $1100 commitment - However I got no response or email. Is this normal ?","answer":"Hi Les, I'm not sure why that would be happening. I will check with the Wefunder tech folks and let you know. Thanks for your interest!"},{"question":"Is investment classed as Australian or overseas investment?","answer":"Hi Stephanie. This is an investment in Aussie Soles Global which is for our global launch. Aussie Soles Global is registered in Wyoming USA and our banking is in the USA. Thus, this would be considered an overseas investment for someone in Australia. 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