Nike
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Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight's company, started in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports to sell Onitsuka Tiger shoes and renamed Nike in 1971. JustFresh covers its apparel collaborations; sneaker releases live on JustFreshKicks.
- Founded
- 1964
- Founder
- Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight
- Based
- Beaverton, Oregon
- Official site
- nike.com
Nike drops
Nike news
Key moments
January 1964
Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman establish Blue Ribbon Sports, the company that becomes Nike.
1971
Carolyn Davidson designs the Swoosh, which debuts on Nike’s first soccer boot.
1982
Nike introduces the Air Force 1, its first basketball shoe featuring Nike Air cushioning.
1985
Nike releases the Air Jordan 1, designed by Peter Moore.
1987
The Air Max line debuts, showcasing visible Air cushioning for the first time.
1988
Nike launches its Just Do It campaign.
September 2003
Nike completes its acquisition of Converse for approximately $305 million.







