Nike
Nike, Inc. is a prominent global sportswear and athletic footwear company based in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 1964 by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it originally operated as Blue Ribbon Sports before officially becoming Nike, Inc. in 1971. The company started as a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger but soon began designing and manufacturing its own athletic shoes and apparel. Nike offers a diverse range of products, including sports shoes, sportswear, fitness trackers, and sports accessories. Its footwear caters to various sports such as running, basketball, football, tennis, and soccer. The company also provides athletic apparel for men, women, and children, featuring a plus-size line introduced in 2017. Nike owns well-known subsidiaries like Air Jordan and Converse, enhancing its presence in both sports and lifestyle markets. The brand is recognized for its innovative marketing strategies and iconic branding, including the "Swoosh" logo and the slogan "Just Do It."
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Headcount trend
Nike went from 34,165 employees in Jul 2023 to 32,394 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 1,372 people joined, 955 left.
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 14 filings.
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Nike FAQ
How many employees does Nike have?
Nike has about 32,394 employees, up 0.5% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).
Does Nike sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Nike filed 14 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Nike's revenue per employee?
Nike makes about $1.43M in revenue per employee, based on $46.33B annual revenue and 32,394 employees.
How much does Nike pay?
6figr has 521 salary profiles for Nike in the US and 85 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Nike salaries page. See Nike salaries in the US
Is Nike a public company?
Yes. Nike is publicly traded under the ticker NKE on NASDAQ.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 8 Dec 2025.
