Nike, Inc. (
official, ;
also, non-US ) is an American
multinational corporation that is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing and worldwide marketing and sales of footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories and services. The company is headquartered near
Beaverton,
Oregon, in the
Portland metropolitan area. It is one of the world's largest suppliers of
athletic shoes and
apparel and a major manufacturer of
sports equipment, with revenue in excess of US$24.1 billion in its fiscal year 2012 (ending May 31, 2012). As of 2012, it employed more than 44,000 people worldwide. In 2014 the brand alone was valued at $19 billion, making it the most valuable brand among sports businesses.