John Slusher, NIKE’s longtime EVP of Sports Marketing, is retiring after 26 years with the company.
BEAVERTON, Ore., October 30, 2024–(BUSINESS PROPERTY)–NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) today announced changes to its Senior Leadership Team (SLT), positioning the company for continued growth and success with a focus on speed and efficiency, putting sports and athletes first.
An accomplished leader with nearly 18 years of experience at NIKE and currently Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer Ann Miller will assume the role of Executive Vice President of Global Sports Marketing. Miller succeeds John Slusher, who will retire from NIKE later this year after 26 years with the company.
“Ann has a unique blend of athletic mindset, deep legal experience and exceptional leadership. Her appointment is a testament to the value she brings to NIKE,” said Elliott Hill, President and CEO of NIKE, Inc. “I am very confident that Ann will inspire, innovate and push the boundaries of what is possible and will continue to make a lasting impact on our business and the world of sports.”
A former college basketball player and key member of NIKE’s SLT, Miller will continue to report to Hill. He will lead and develop the company’s athlete, league and federation portfolio, while ensuring end-to-end integration of athletes across innovation, products and stories. This strategic alignment will allow the company to more effectively fulfill its commitment to serving athletes and putting sports at the center of its business.
Slusher joined NIKE in 1998 and held leadership positions in EMEA and North America before assuming the role of EVP of Global Sports Marketing in 2007.
“John Slusher has been a key leader in shaping our approach to sports marketing and has built a truly unparalleled portfolio of athletes, leagues and federations,” said Hill. “We wish him the best of luck in his next chapter and thank him for his many years of service to NIKE.”
With Miller’s appointment, Rob Leinwand, currently Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, will replace Miller as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer. A seasoned attorney with a proven track record, Leinwand joined NIKE in 2004 and has led multiple teams across legal functions. He will report to Hill and be a member of NIKE’s SLT.
“Rob is an exceptional attorney and trusted advisor who has consistently demonstrated excellence in his work at NIKE. I am thrilled to welcome him to our Senior Leadership Team, where his experience will be invaluable in moving our business forward,” said Hill.
As the company continues to prioritize speed and efficiency, Chief Supply Chain Officer and 18-year NIKE veteran Venkatesh Alagirisamy will now also report directly to Hill and become a member of the SLT.
About NIKE, Inc
NIKE, Inc., located near Beaverton, Oregon. is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel and equipment for a wide range of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned by NIKE, Inc. Converse, which designs, markets and distributes sports lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories to its subsidiary brands; and Jordan Brand, which designs, sells and distributes athletic and casual footwear, apparel and accessories.
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