Nike, Inc. is the world’s leading sports brand, made up of the Nike, Jordan, and Converse brands. Nike’s mission is to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world — and in Nike’s words, if you have a body, you are an athlete. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight and officially becoming Nike, Inc. in 1971, the company is headquartered at the Philip H. Knight Campus in Beaverton, Oregon. Nike designs, markets, and distributes authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories, empowering people through innovative products and experiences built for the future of sport.