Bill Bowerman, co-founder of Nike, is credited with designing the original Nike shoes, particularly the iconic "Waffle" sole. While Phil Knight played a crucial role in the business and marketing aspects of Nike, it was Bowerman's innovative designs that laid the foundation for the brand's footwear. Together, they combined their strengths to revolutionize the athletic shoe industry.
Phil Knight, and Bill Bowerman
Bill Bowerman and partner Phil Knight started Blue Ribbon Shoes with a 1,000 dollar investment. The company later became Nike Inc.
Bill Bowerman was Phil Knight's coach at the University of Oregon. Phil Knight started importing Tiger running shoes from Japan and send some to Bowerman to see if he would buy them. Bowerman had already been experimenting with shoes, drinks and anything that would help his runners, and offered to become partners with Phil Knight.They put in $500 each and started Blue Ribbon Sports and their first order was for 300 pairs of running shoes in January 1964.
Bill Bowerman was Phil Knight's coach at the University of Oregon. Phil Knight started importing Tiger running shoes from Japan and send some to Bowerman to see if he would buy them. Bowerman had already been experimenting with shoes, drinks and anything that would help his runners, and offered to become partners with Phil Knight.They put in $500 each and started Blue Ribbon Sports and their first order was for 300 pairs of running shoes in January 1964.
Bowerman= DEAD Knight is still running the business i think.
There are two: Bill Bowerman, the legendary University of Oregon track & field coach, and Phil Knight, a University of Oregon business student and middle-distance runner under Bowerman.
Phil knight
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the founders of nike are Bill Bowerman and Philip Knight
Co-Founder and Chairman of Nike.
Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman co-founded Nike, and Bowerman's creation of the waffle shoe was inspired by a simple idea: to improve traction for runners. He used a waffle iron to mold a unique sole design that featured a series of small, raised patterns, providing both grip and cushioning. This innovative approach not only enhanced performance but also set a new trend in athletic footwear design. The first waffle shoes were tested by athletes, confirming their effectiveness and leading to their commercial success.