Team

Emily Essex was born and raised in NELA. A graduate of University of Louisiana Monroe and Grambling State University, Emily has been in the sports/athletic world for years. She began working at Fleet Feet Monroe as a part-time employee in the summers but quickly grew to love the mission and customer service aspect of the job. She became Training Program Manager in August 2022, then the Retail Experience Manager, and now is our General Manager. Have questions about training programs or any general store information? Contact Emily or come by the store! 

Trey is a former ULM Football player and former Tennis Pro at Monroe Athletic Club. Trey's love for sports and shoes drew him to Fleet Feet Monroe. He is excited for his future at Fleet Feet as the Marketing Manager! Trey is ready to take Monroe by storm in his new position. If you're interested in partnering with Fleet Feet Monroe or have questions about events, Trey is your man!

Email: trey@fleetfeetmonroe.com

Hey! My name is Rileigh Green and I am a student at ULM. I am pursuing a Rad Tech degree. I love spending time with my friends and playing pickleball. I love working here and being able to help people meet their needs!

Hey! My name is Layla, I am a senior, planning to go to ULM. I love playing pickleball and spending time with friends and family. I just recently started working at Fleet Feet and I am so excited to help people find exactly what they are looking for.

Hi! My name is Sophie and I am in the Nursing Program here at ULM. I am a Monroe native and I got married in July! I love having the ability to serve our customers and enjoy being able to get them the right fit! 

Hi! My name is Gracie and I am a student at ULM. I am majoring in Elementary Education. I have been with Fleet Feet since September 2022 and have enjoyed every minute of it. I enjoy playing tennis and spending time with friends and family. I love being able to serve our customers and find the right shoe that fits their needs!

Hi! My name is Seth, I am a Marketing major at Louisiana Tech and plan on pursuing medical sales in the future. I enjoy working out, hunting, and hanging out with my friends. I have been here at Fleet Feet since 2022 and have enjoyed every minute of it. 

Hey Fleet Feet Nation! I’m Sarah Adams from Ruston, LA. I am a Pre-Nursing student at ULM. I am also a former ULM women’s basketball player. I enjoy playing all sports, love board games, and being outside! I enjoy getting to know all of the customers who come in the store!

Hey y'all! My name is Brylee, I have been with Fleet Feet for over a year. I am so grateful for this team and ready to help you all with all of your needs!

Hello! My name is Sydni Deal and I am a student at ULM. I am planning on majoring in Psychology. I graduated from West Ouachita High School and I ran cross country and track. I love to run, I love to read, and I love just being outside! I am the assistant cross country coach at West Ouachita and love working with the students so much! I am so excited to serve our wonderful customers!

Hey!! My name is Lesleigh, I am at LA Tech studying biology. My hobbies include track and cheer. I joined the Fleet Feet Family in June of 2023 and I am very eager to help our wonderful customers find the perfect shoe!

Hey! My name is Allie and I am a senior at West Monroe High School. I  attend Louisiana Tech and I am pursuing a degree in Kinesiology. I am so happy to be a part of the Fleet Feet Team and help people find the perfect shoe!

What’s up! My name is Hixson Teague, and I’ve been at Fleet Feet since March 2024. I’m a senior at West Monroe High School. Some things I like to do in my free time are hunting, fishing, and hanging out with my friends. I plan to attend ULM and study Kinesiology. I love getting to meet new people every day and help them find the shoes they need!

Hi! My name is Ella and I am an Elementary Education Major at Louisiana Tech University. I have been at Fleet Feet since April of 2024 and love helping people find their perfect pair of shoes! 

Hi! My name is Baylee and I am a senior at West Monroe High School. I plan to attend Louisiana Tech University and major in Architecture. I am so excited to be a part of the Fleet Feet team!

Hey! My name is Kate Spence. I am a senior at Ouachita Christian School, where I am a part of the varsity cheer and track teams. I am also a part of the LLSD competition dance team. I love the fun-loving environment Fleet Feet provides and I love meeting new people! I can’t wait to help everyone find the perfect shoe!

Hey! My name’s Chey Bridges, and I joined the Fleet Feet crew in July of 2024. I’m a senior over at Sterlington High School. I run cross country and distance track. In my free time I’m usually running or playing pickleball or tennis with my friends. I plan to later attend ULM and major in Business Administration. I love being able to make connections with new people every day here at Fleet Feet and get them the shoes and essentials they need!

Hey! My name is Skylar Ellis. I am currently attending ULM as a pre-nursing student! I have been with Fleet Feet since August of 2024, and I absolutely love working here! In my free time, I love to spend time with my friends and family! I’m so excited to be part of Fleet Feet and to build a bond with our customers!

Hey, my name is Friday Ellis! I am a Senior at Neville High School and a recent hire at Fleet Feet! I’ve been on the Neville Track team for 4 years and the soccer team for 3 years! I plan to attend Louisiana Tech and major in Biology. I love helping people get what they need, and I am beyond excited to work here!

Hey! I'm Connor! I am currently a senior at Neville High School and I have been working at Fleet Feet since August. I enjoy spending time in nature and with my family and friends. I will be attending Northwestern State University next year, majoring in environmental science with plans to become a National Park Ranger! I enjoy helping customers find a shoe that best fits their needs, and finding a good color is always nice!

Hey! My name is Ainsley and I will be attending ULM in the fall. I plan to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene. I am so happy to be apart of the Fleet Feet team and help everyone find their perfect shoe!

Hey! I’m Lukas, and I started at Fleet Feet in February 2025. I’m a senior at West Monroe High School and plan to attend Louisiana Tech to study biology. After, I hope to attend dental school and later become a dentist! I love to hang out with my friends and family, and I enjoy the outdoors. I look forward to meeting new people and can’t wait to help others find shoes that meet all their needs!