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Phil Knight

Born in 1938
Memoir

  • Philip Hampson Knight, nicknamed "Buck," is an American businessman and philanthropist best known as the co-founder of Nike, Inc. Born in Oregon, Knight earned an MBA from Stanford University before traveling the world.

  • He founded Blue Ribbon Sports, which later became Nike, with his former track coach Bill Bowerman.

  • Knight served as chairman and CEO of Nike for many years, building it into a global athletic footwear and apparel giant.

  • He has since transitioned to chairman emeritus and is known for his significant philanthropic contributions, particularly to educational institutions.

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Shoe Dog Summary
Shoe Dog
A Memoir by the Creator of Nike
by Phil Knight 2016 400 pages
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