Our Team
William Crary, Jr., Founder
Bill began his shoemaking career in the 1960s working at his father’s factory, Danner Boots. In 1978, Bill decided to start his own company handcrafting custom shoes that target the discriminated segment of the market. Since then he has tackled everything from severe work injuries to making shoes for children with congenital deformities. Bill spends much of his time in fitting consultations and overseeing all of the product that goes through the factory.
In his spare time, Bill enjoys playing as much golf as possible.
Meredith Crary Johanson, C. Ped.
After completing her Bachelors Degree at Northwest Nazarene University, Nampa, ID, Meredith completed her pedorthic training at the Robert M. Palmer, MD Institute of Biomechanics, Inc. Meredith is now a member of the ABCOP as a Certified Pedorthist. Meredith spends much of her time seeing patients and overseeing Marketing and Sales for Crary Shoes.
In her spare time, Meredith enjoys playing and coaching volleyball, hiking with her husband and shopping.
Connie Shogren, Office Manager
Connie has been a part of the Crary Shoes team for 7 years and counting. Connie handles the bookkeeping, insurance billing, appointment scheduling and much, much more.
In her spare time, Connie enjoys plants and floral design, bike riding and hiking with her husband, Steve.
Vasiliy Davidyan, Shoemaker
Vasiliy Davidyan started his career working for his father, a taylor, at the young age of 5 years. He came to us after spending 6 years at the Danner Shoe Co. Vasiliy is our resident “last”, pattern and upper maker.
In his spare time, Vasiliy reupholsters car interior and spends time with his wife and six children. He is the true energizer bunny!
Vitaliy Telepenko, Shoemaker
Vitaliy has been with Crary Shoes for over a decade. His expertise is in lasting and finishing shoes. His attention to detail is impeccable, so dress shoes, especially ladies shoes, are his specialty.
In his spare time, he enjoys fixing cars and spend time with his wife and three children