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Mark Parker

Executive Chairman, Nike

Having joined the sportswear giant in 1979, the executive chairman still participates in the design and innovation process and has a personal interest in emerging culture.

Mark Parker
Luxury

Op-Ed | The Revolution Will Not Be Serifised: Why Every Luxury Brand’s Logo Looks the Same

Fashion’s branding clean slate is as much about erasing the past as it is about securing the future, argues John Whelan.

Luxury

Op-Ed | The Revolution Will Not Be Serifised: Why Every Luxury Brand’s Logo Looks the Same

Fashion’s branding clean slate is as much about erasing the past as it is about securing the future, argues John Whelan.


News & Analysis

How Serious Is Luxury’s China Crisis?

This week, China’s central bank announced a $83 billion injection into the country’s financial system as distress in the world's second-largest economy deepened.

News & Analysis

How Serious Is Luxury’s China Crisis?

This week, China’s central bank announced a $83 billion injection into the country’s financial system as distress in the world's second-largest economy deepened.


Retail

Despite Setbacks, Nike Is Scoring with Direct-to-Consumer 'Offense'

Nike is staying ahead by investing in product innovation, speed-to-market and the integration of its physical and digital channels, forging stronger direct relationships with consumers.

Retail

Despite Setbacks, Nike Is Scoring with Direct-to-Consumer 'Offense'

Nike is staying ahead by investing in product innovation, speed-to-market and the integration of its physical and digital channels, forging stronger direct relationships with consumers.


News & Analysis

Nike Climbs as Earnings Top Estimates

The uptake is a sign that its Colin Kaepernick ad campaign may have paid off.  

News & Analysis

Nike Climbs as Earnings Top Estimates

The uptake is a sign that its Colin Kaepernick ad campaign may have paid off.  


News & Analysis

Under Armour Bans Strip Club Expenses in #MeToo Reckoning

The company promises culture reform among criticism of demeaning and inappropriate workplace practices.

News & Analysis

Under Armour Bans Strip Club Expenses in #MeToo Reckoning

The company promises culture reform among criticism of demeaning and inappropriate workplace practices.


Marketing

Nike CEO Feels ‘Very Good and Proud’ of Kaepernick Campaign

Shares dipped following the ad’s release, but the sportswear giant quickly erased those losses.

Marketing

Nike CEO Feels ‘Very Good and Proud’ of Kaepernick Campaign

Shares dipped following the ad’s release, but the sportswear giant quickly erased those losses.


Financial Markets

Nike Investors Cheer First North America Sales Gain Since 2017

The sneaker giant’s North American sales rose 3 percent, its first uptick in four quarters — a sign that the company’s new products are catching on with US shoppers.

Financial Markets

Nike Investors Cheer First North America Sales Gain Since 2017

The sneaker giant’s North American sales rose 3 percent, its first uptick in four quarters — a sign that the company’s new products are catching on with US shoppers.


Luxury

Hiroshi Fujiwara: Be a Disturber, Not a Designer

The enigmatic ‘godfather of streetwear’ talks to BoF about building relevance and staying cool in a fast-moving market, as he prepares to launch a major collaboration with Moncler today at Pitti Uomo.

Luxury

Hiroshi Fujiwara: Be a Disturber, Not a Designer

The enigmatic ‘godfather of streetwear’ talks to BoF about building relevance and staying cool in a fast-moving market, as he prepares to launch a major collaboration with Moncler today at Pitti Uomo.


News & Analysis

Adidas Takes Lead Over Nike in World Cup Shirt Deals

Adidas — also the official sponsor of the tournament — is kitting out the most teams for this year's World Cup, which takes place in Russia.  

News & Analysis

Adidas Takes Lead Over Nike in World Cup Shirt Deals

Adidas — also the official sponsor of the tournament — is kitting out the most teams for this year's World Cup, which takes place in Russia.  


News & Analysis

Nike Hits Record High as Investors Shrug Off Executive Upheaval

Nike's investors are keeping the faith in the wake of a misconduct scandal that’s seen a several executives depart.

News & Analysis

Nike Hits Record High as Investors Shrug Off Executive Upheaval

Nike's investors are keeping the faith in the wake of a misconduct scandal that’s seen a several executives depart.


What is The BoF 500?

The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.

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