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Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight founded Nike on January 25, 1964. The company was named after the Greek goddess of victory. The Nike Company is headquartered near Beaverton, Oregon. It is one of the world’s largest suppliers of athletic shoes and apparel and a major manufacturer of sports equipment. Nike is valued $19 billion dollars, making it the most valuable brand among sports businesses. Nike employs more than 44,000 people worldwide. Their ticker name is NYSE. Some of their famous products include Nike Free’s, Air Force 1’s, Air Jordan’s, and Roshe Run. Nike also carries other brands such as Hurley, Converse, and Jordan’s. Some Nike sponsored athletes include Michael Jordan (lifetime contract), Lebron James ($300m+ over 10 year deal), Tiger Woods, Kobe Bryant, and Roger Federer.

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