Clark International trading as Clarks is a British based international shoe manufacturer and retailer. It was founded in 1825 by brothers Cyrus and James Clark in Street England where it still has its headquarters. The company has over 1000 branded stores and franchises around the world and also sells through third party distribution.Clark International trading as Clarks is a British based international shoe manufacturer and retailer. It was founded in 1825 by brothers Cyrus and James Clark in Street England where it still has its headquarters. The company has over 1000 branded stores and franchises around the world and also sells through third party distribution.