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Nike has dominated headlines in recent days with a blend of big product launches, store reopenings, athlete partnerships, and some pressing efforts to win back the elusive running market. On November 13, Nike cut the ribbon on its newly renovated Portland flagship in the historic Kress Building, marked by a community event and a striking tunnel-like entrance that sets the stage for innovation and athlete focus. Craig Williams, Nike’s Chief Commercial Officer, made it clear that the $13 million in community donations and nearly 40000 hours of employee volunteer work add depth to Nike’s pitch for local relevance and grassroots sport, not just retail flash.
The brand’s running division is suddenly urgent again, with CEO Elliott Hill personally working the finish line at the New York Marathon and visiting Nike’s research lab in Oregon to drive the comeback. Since falling behind during the pandemic and losing loyal specialty store partners to rivals like Hoka and On, Nike is making moves to regain market share by rapidly releasing new super-shoes, such as a light, propulsive spike loaded with carbon fiber plate and air unit, and reviving the classic Vomero line with more innovation and chunkier styling. Nike’s running sales reportedly spiked 20 percent last quarter, suggesting the strategy might just be sticking. Yet a Los Angeles Times feature revealed how elite runners in the New York marathon increasingly opt for Adidas and On instead of Nike, a signal that prestige at the podium is still up for grabs.
Retail strategy is in major flux. Nike officially resumed sales on Amazon, after years of holding back, and is rebuilding partnerships with Foot Locker and specialty retailers. Tanya Hvizdak, Nike’s global running VP, says the brand is hyper-focused on “winning back their trust,” tapping run clubs and community events to amp visibility. On the product side, sneaker culture remains red-hot. Hypebeast highlighted a run of high-profile launches this week, including the Nike LeBron 23 “Bubble Boy,” Nike Kobe 9 EM Low Protro “China,” and collaborations with NIGO, Futura, and Ducks of a Feather. The Air Max 95 “Black Border” retro drops November 26 for its 30th anniversary, combining nostalgia with new comfort tweaks for sneaker fans.
As for basketball, Nike unveiled the Book 2 collection with Devin Booker, confirming November 19 as the release and flooding social media with desert-inspired campaign shots. Reports from CBS News Detroit confirmed a signature shoe for Cade Cunningham of the Pistons is on the way, while The Wall Street Journal sat down with CEO Elliott Hill for a candid chat about Nike’s reinvention and a pivot from being over-reliant on Jordan, Air Force One, and Dunk—each being strategically phased out in favor of more sport-driven innovation. All eyes are now on Nike’s upcoming Olympic launches and the anticipated Caitlyn Clark signature shoe.
In the realm of sports activations, Nike is visible at events like the NIKE Wicked Good Challenge and remains a sponsor for major tournaments nationwide. Social buzz was buoyed by high-profile athlete sightings, especially Stephen Curry wearing Nikes after leaving Under Armour—fueling chatter about brand allegiances on the hardwood. While Nike’s response appears ambitious and multifaceted, executive impatience is palpable. Market watchers and sneakerheads alike are speculating—sometimes with skepticism—whether Nike’s playbook will restore its speed, edge, and cool factor. Only time will tell if the Swoosh is racing ahead or just catching up.
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