LORA is in Križevci, a city located northeast of Zagreb, and was established in 1998. When it opened, the company had about 75 employees. Since then, the workforce has grown to approximately 150 people, 80 per cent of whom are women. LORA is one of the region’s most important employers. In 2007, the production operation was moved to a site on the eastern edge of the city. LORA has a two-shift operation that specialises in the production of uppers. The company covers the commuting and meal costs of employees.