Nike Ashridge Model

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Principles of Branding

Nike. Ashridge Model

Kristina Gogokhia
Faculty of Business Administration and Technology
History of Nike

• Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports


• Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon
• From the late 1980s Nike steadily expanded its
business and diversified its product line through
numerous acquisitions
• Part of Nike’s success is owed to endorsements by such
athletes as Michael Jordan, Mia Hamm, Roger Federer,
and Tiger Woods
Nike. Mission Statement
• Nike’s key of success is its attitude to people.
Ashridge Model. Purpose

• “Higher ideal” organization

• Strives to unite the world through sport to


create a healthy planet, active communities
and an equal playing field for all.

• Maximize shareholders’ wealth


Ashridge Model. Strategy

• “Pyramid of influence”

• Emotional
marketing

• Buying-out competing sports


brands
Ashridge Model. Values
1. Community

2. Sustainability

3. Diversity

4. Social responsibly
Ashridge Model. Behavioral rules
• Nike has a longstanding commitment to working with suppliers on
improving manufacturing conditions and minimizing negative impacts
to workers, local communities and the environment.

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