for his big head
his company is Nike!
Phil Knight
Phil knight started Nike in 1968.
Phil Knight did not create the word Nike and make it stand for anything. Nike in Greek mythology is the goddess of victory.
Phil Knight was motivated to create his own sportswear brand, Nike, out of a desire to provide high-performance athletic shoes that were both innovative and affordable. His passion for running and dissatisfaction with the existing options in the market pushed him to design shoes that catered to the needs of athletes. Additionally, Knight aimed to challenge established brands and bring a fresh perspective to sports footwear, combining quality with marketing savvy.
Phil Knight worked at a rival news paper company of his father. His father wouldn't allow him to work for him because he wanted Phil to find work on his own. Whoop there it is.
Phil Knight is a Republican.
Phil Knight was born on February 24, 1938.
Phil Knight and Penny Knight got married on September 13, 1968.
Phil Knight
As of July 2014, the CEO of Nike headquarters is Mark Parker. As of 2014, the chairman of NIKE is Phil Knight.
Yes, Phil Knight, the co-founder of Nike, is still alive.