A legendary company with a tradition of fostering innovation
Nike is the name of the Greek goddess of victory. It’s also an apt name for a company with a passion for athletic excellence. NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the world’s largest seller of athletic footwear and apparel. The company was originally founded as Blue Ribbon Sports in 1964 by current Chairman, Philip Knight, and Bill Bowerman, a former track and field coach at the University of Oregon.