PHILL KNIGHT

Phill Knight is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Nike, Inc., one of the world's largest and most recognizable sports footwear and apparel companies. Born on February 24, 1938, Knight started Nike in 1964 with his former track coach Bill Bowerman. Under Knight's leadership as CEO and later as Chairman, Nike grew from a small distributor of athletic shoes into a global powerhouse, revolutionizing the athletic footwear industry with innovative designs and marketing strategies. Knight is known for his business acumen and his commitment to promoting sports and physical fitness. He retired from Nike in 2016 but remains an influential figure in the business and sports communities.