NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced that Larry Miller will rejoin Nike
as President of the Jordan Brand. Miller will be responsible for driving
the global growth strategy for all aspects of the Jordan Brand and will
report directly to Trevor Edwards, Vice President Global Brand and
Category Management for Nike. Miller replaces Keith Houlemard, who will
now lead the company’s future worldwide Olympic efforts as General
Manager where he will be responsible for driving category and brand
management strategies supporting key sports marketing partnerships and
business across the globe.
Miller, 61, most recently served as President of the Portland Trail
Blazers. From 1999 to 2006, Miller served as President of the Jordan
Brand and prior to that position, he served as Vice President and
General Manager of Nike Basketball, where he managed operations for
Jordan, Nike Basketball and Converse.
Miller currently serves on the board of directors for Self Enhancement
Inc. ("SEI"), the Oregon Business Council, Oregon Sports Authority, and
is a member of the Portland Mayor's Economic Development Cabinet.
“The Jordan Brand inspires consumers around the world with exceptional
products and premium experiences while celebrating the culture of
sport,” said Trevor Edwards. “The Jordan Brand continues to drive strong
momentum in the marketplace and we look forward to Larry expanding our
market leadership while delivering Jordan Brand experiences that connect
deeply with future generations.”
Michael Jordan said: “It’s great to have Larry return to the Jordan
Brand at such an exciting time. He is a strong leader, knows our brand
and understands how to accelerate the growth of a premium business.
Keith Houlemard has been an exceptional leader for our brand. His
leadership, hard work and vision had much to do with the Jordan Brand’s
unparalleled success in recent years. I know he will excel in his new
role and I wish him all the best.”
About Jordan Brand
A division of NIKE, Inc., Jordan Brand is a premium brand of footwear,
apparel and accessories inspired by the dynamic legacy, vision and
direct involvement of Michael Jordan. The Jordan Brand made its debut in
1997 and has grown into a complete collection of performance and
lifestyle products. The Jordan Brand remains active in the community by
donating a portion of its proceeds to Jordan Fundamentals, an education
grants program for teachers.
About
NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading
designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear,
apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and
fitness activities. Wholly-owned Nike subsidiaries include Cole Haan,
which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags,
accessories and coats; Converse Inc., which designs, markets and
distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Hurley
International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports
and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories; and Umbro Ltd., a
leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand. To learn
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