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Philip Hampson Knight (born February 24, 1938) is an American billionaire business magnate who is the co-founder and chairman emeritus of Nike, Inc., a global sports equipment and apparel company. He was previously its chairman and CEO. [1] As of December 2023, Forbes estimated his net worth at $45.0 billion.
May 13, 2024 · Phil Knight is an American businessman who cofounded (1964) the multinational sportswear and sports equipment corporation Nike, Inc. (originally called Blue Ribbon Sports). During his tenure as CEO (1964–2004), Nike became one of the most successful companies in the world.
Apr 6, 2023 · Here's everything to know about Phil Knight, the founder of Nike who served as one of the inspirations behind Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's movie 'Air.'
Jun 17, 2024 · Phil Knight, cofounder of shoe giant Nike, retired as chairman in 2016 after 52 years at the company. Knight ran track at the University of Oregon and created Nike shoes with his...
Philip H. Knight. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, NIKE, Inc. includes the Nike, Converse, and Jordan brands.
Apr 5, 2023 · Phil Knight, who has been dubbed as one of the most influential people in all of sports, created Nike in 1971, turning the fledgling sportswear brand into a global powerhouse.
May 16, 2024 · A skilled entrepreneur: Knight was the CEO of Nike for four decades, and was one of the key drivers in making the company what it is today. Philanthropic work: Phil Knight has been a generous donor to several causes at his Alma Maters, including contributions to both athletic and academic programs.
Jan 24, 2024 · How Phil Knight Fast-Tracked Nike. As the shoe and apparel brand celebrates its 60th anniversary, here’s a look back at a 1981 Forbes profile of Nike’s billionaire cofounder.
May 6, 2016 · A self-described “average mid-distance runner” on the track team, Phil “Buck” Knight watched as his track coach at University of Oregon, Bill Bowerman, tinkered with athletes’ running shoes and...
Knight altered Nike from a product-oriented company to a marketing-oriented one. He began appealing to the everyday customer, eventually turning around sales around.
