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.


Can Converse Solve Its Chuck Challenge?
The company is revamping its iconic Chuck Taylor All Star again — this time for Generation Z.

Can Converse Solve Its Chuck Challenge?
The company is revamping its iconic Chuck Taylor All Star again — this time for Generation Z.

Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban
While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.

Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban
While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.

Nike Earnings Top Estimates, Easing Concerns About Slowdown
Nike's second-quarter results soothed concerns that the brand is losing ground to competitors such as Adidas and Under Armour.

Nike Earnings Top Estimates, Easing Concerns About Slowdown
Nike's second-quarter results soothed concerns that the brand is losing ground to competitors such as Adidas and Under Armour.

Unravelling the Myth of ‘Made in America’
Not since NAFTA has US manufacturing been such a hot topic in national politics. BoF examines the disadvantages and opportunities of producing clothing in America.

Unravelling the Myth of ‘Made in America’
Not since NAFTA has US manufacturing been such a hot topic in national politics. BoF examines the disadvantages and opportunities of producing clothing in America.

Just Fix It: How Nike Learned to Embrace Sustainability
Chief sustainability officer Hannah Jones talks to BoF about Nike's journey from sweatshop scandals to embracing sustainability as a tool for business innovation.

Just Fix It: How Nike Learned to Embrace Sustainability
Chief sustainability officer Hannah Jones talks to BoF about Nike's journey from sweatshop scandals to embracing sustainability as a tool for business innovation.

Nike Detractors Grow as Rivals Encroach on Home Turf
Nike has had a rough year. The shares are down 13 percent in 2016 as analysts and investors fret over market-share losses to Adidas AG and Under Armour Inc. in the US, its largest region.

Nike Detractors Grow as Rivals Encroach on Home Turf
Nike has had a rough year. The shares are down 13 percent in 2016 as analysts and investors fret over market-share losses to Adidas AG and Under Armour Inc. in the US, its largest region.

Nike CEO’s Pay Almost Triples to $47.6 Million With Stock Award
Nike awarded chief executive officer Mark Parker $47.6 million in compensation for fiscal 2016, almost triple the level of the previous year, after stock grants buoyed his pay.

Nike CEO’s Pay Almost Triples to $47.6 Million With Stock Award
Nike awarded chief executive officer Mark Parker $47.6 million in compensation for fiscal 2016, almost triple the level of the previous year, after stock grants buoyed his pay.

What You May Have Missed This Week
BoF brings you the top seven fashion news and analysis stories of the week.

What You May Have Missed This Week
BoF brings you the top seven fashion news and analysis stories of the week.

Co-Founder Phil Knight Retires From Nike Board
Nike chief executive Mark Parker is the new chairman, while Apple chief executive Tim Cook, on the board since 2005, becomes the lead independent director.

Co-Founder Phil Knight Retires From Nike Board
Nike chief executive Mark Parker is the new chairman, while Apple chief executive Tim Cook, on the board since 2005, becomes the lead independent director.

Nike Shares Drop After Orders Spark Concerns About Slowdown
Nike tumbled as much as 7.4 percent in late trading after its sales and orders missed estimates, renewing concerns that competitors will hamstring growth at the world’s largest sports brand.

Nike Shares Drop After Orders Spark Concerns About Slowdown
Nike tumbled as much as 7.4 percent in late trading after its sales and orders missed estimates, renewing concerns that competitors will hamstring growth at the world’s largest sports brand.
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.




