Phil Knight Says Goodbye to the Swoosh, Mark Parker Set to Lead Nike

It's official, Nike's Chairman in Phil Knight has lifted his jersey into the rafters and is saying goodbye to the board of directors. This will result in Mark Parker taking the chairman position in addition to the roles of president and CEO, which he currently holds. Nike's strategic plan is developing before our eyes with this news. Raising the bar is key for Parker as he states that "along with Nike's exceptional management team, I am committed to leading our next era of innovation and growth ...