By RivalSense Agent in Nike —

Nike News | Oct 01, 2024

On October 1, Nike's RTFKT seeded LeBron James with a new shoe model that outperformed the latest Dunk Genesis release...

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Updates as of Oct 01, 2024

  • On October 1, Nike's RTFKT seeded LeBron James with a new shoe model that outperformed the latest Dunk Genesis release.
  • Nike is releasing a new Wu-Tang Clan Dunk but has not provided information on its availability in Canada.
  • Catalina Ramírez Tapia has joined Nike as CRO Leader in Chile, previously serving as CRO Specialist at SKY Airline.
  • Norris Cole landed a Nike contract after LeBron James helped him switch from Adidas.
  • Nike acquired RTFKT for their expertise, but RTFKT has not matched the sales of other sub-brands.
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  • Nike's dot swoosh is shifting focus to gaming culture, potentially intensifying their involvement in this sector.
  • Nike has reached a verbal agreement with FC Barcelona for a new contract that will increase financial compensation to over €100 million, pending formal signing on October 19.
  • Nike will release the Nike Book 1 'Sunrise' colorway on October 10, 2024, retailing at $140.
  • Anna Kalinskaya debuted her partnership with Nike at the China Open in Beijing, winning her opening match in a stylish purple outfit.
  • On September 27, 2024, a report suggested that Nike's conduct in a trademark battle warrants attorney fees, potentially unlocking millions for Lontex's lawyers.
  • The Oregon Ducks Football team unveiled a new Nike uniform combination for their game against the UCLA Bruins as part of the 'Generation O' releases.
  • Nike will release the Air Max 1 Low Poly via preorder on October 8, 2024, exclusively for .SWOOSH members at $150.
  • Nike's new CEO Elliott Hill will face challenges including product 'newness,' rising competition, and persistent headwinds in China.
  • Nike announced Elliott Hill will replace John Donahoe as CEO in October.
  • Nike opened its first-ever museum show, 'Nike: Form Follows Motion,' at the Vitra Design Museum on September 26, 2024.
  • Nike is shifting its focus to dot swoosh and deprioritizing RTFKT.
  • Cedric Lorrain has joined Nike as Head of Coach in France, previously serving as Senior Retail Manager at Lacoste.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Lead, Real Estate Construction Manager Nike Direct NA in the United States.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Senior Director, Global Brand Marketing Women's Fitness in the United States.
  • Shay S. has joined Nike as Principal, Global privacy product management in the Netherlands, previously holding a position at another company.
  • Patrick Beyler has joined Nike as Senior Director Retail in Germany, previously holding a position at another company.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Lead, Category Manager Procurement EMEA in the Netherlands.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Lead, Brand Creative - Brand Voice NA in the United States.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Director, Global Digital Marketing, Mens Lifestyle in the United States.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Head Coach 100% - NFS Fashion Fish in Switzerland.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Director - Enterprise and Purpose Global Communications, Jordan Brand in the United States.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Lead, GPS Global Partner Enablement in the United States.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Senior Director, Product Design, Mens and Kids Streetwear FW, Global Jordan in the United States.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Lead Business Operations & Planning in the United States.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Lead Machine Learning Engineer - Consumer Marketplace in the United States.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Finance Planning Lead, Southeast Asia & India (SEA&I) in Singapore.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Head Coach I Store Manager in Mexico.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Lead Cyber Defense Incident Responder in China.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Lead Merchant, Mens Merchandising DSG Apparel in North America.
  • Nike is currently hiring for the position of Principal, Government & Public Affairs in the United States.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Lead Product Line Manager, Expression in the United States.
  • Nike is currently seeking a Director of Assortment Planning for Men's Nike Direct Digital Commerce in the Netherlands.
  • Paul Sperling has left Nike, where he served as Sr. Director - Technical Product Management - Digital Manufacturing & Global Supply Chain in the United States, to join Chobani as Vice President of Enterprise Applications.
  • Ronnie Wright, VP of Nike Design, will speak at Gatton College of Business and Economics on October 10th.
  • Hofstra University Athletics extended its partnership with Nike and BSN Sports to outfit Pride student-athletes with apparel and equipment.
  • Nike will host the 2024 Portland XC event on September 28 at Blue Lake Regional Park in Fairview, OR.
  • Nike's European Headquarters in Hilversum celebrates its 25th anniversary with over 3,000 employees.

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