Mark Parker

I just really enjoy the process of working with other talented, creative people. There's great power in bringing diverse points of view…

— Mark Parker

No one works harder at inspiring athletes all over the world than our team at Nike. Creating those experiences requires an amazing…

— Mark Parker

Sustainability at Nike means being laser-focused on evolving our business model to deliver profitable growth while leveraging the efficiencies of lean manufacturing,…

— Mark Parker

I've gotten lots of great advice from lots of people that I admire, but the person who influenced me more than anyone…

— Mark Parker

Nike is at its best when we focus on the future. Sport is in a constant state of progression. Athletes are expanding…

— Mark Parker

Everything starts with design.

— Mark Parker

Be a sponge. Curiosity is life. Assumption is death. Look around.

— Mark Parker

At Penn State, I ran distance and cross country as a walk-on. I wound up running a lot of marathons, 30-plus. I…

— Mark Parker

Let's start with the athlete, Nike's original and most important collaborator. To us, everything starts with the insight. That's why we work…

— Mark Parker

The digital and physical worlds are starting to come together more seamlessly - it's only the tip of the iceberg in terms…

— Mark Parker

I don't think you need a certificate to truly legitimize you or authenticate you as a designer. I think real innovation and…

— Mark Parker

I always carry a sketchbook around with me, and I sketch whenever I can... I might be in a financial review and…

— Mark Parker

I'm not a micromanager. I don't believe in that.

— Mark Parker

I ran over 10 years without missing a day, averaging close to 15 miles. I loved being able to run a long…

— Mark Parker

Design is an iterative process. One idea often builds on another.

— Mark Parker

Eventually, I developed compartment syndrome in my calf and had to get surgery. I run three to five days a week now,…

— Mark Parker

It's impossible to leave our emotions and experiences outside the work place - they inform us and make us who we are.

— Mark Parker

I love design, so it's important for me to have a creative outlet.

— Mark Parker

Observing is really the fuel to innovating, ultimately.

— Mark Parker

Our brands - Nike, Converse, Jordan Brand and Hurley - are loved by customers all over the world. But we never take…

— Mark Parker

Collaboration among individuals, brands, and industries will only continue to accelerate as technology facilitates and enables greater connection in real time from…

— Mark Parker

My wife will go, 'You know, you're drawing a shoe right now.' I do that all the time.

— Mark Parker

Regardless of whether or how you worship, where you come from or who you love, everyone's individual experience is what makes us…

— Mark Parker

I tend to gravitate toward people who are a bit more eccentric and creative and artistic in some ways. And I like…

— Mark Parker

I was a pretty independent kid. I thought maybe I'd be a veterinarian or an environmental lawyer.

— Mark Parker