What is rob strasser?

Rob Strasser was an American businessman and entrepreneur who co-founded the popular sneaker brand Nike. He was born on June 27, 1948 and passed away on February 7, 1993 at the age of 44.

Strasser, along with his brother Jon Strasser and their business partner Phil Knight, founded Nike in 1964 under the name Blue Ribbon Sports. The company initially served as a distributor for Japanese shoe maker Onitsuka Tiger, before eventually rebranding as Nike in 1971.

Rob Strasser played a key role in the marketing and branding of Nike, helping to create the iconic "Just Do It" slogan and logo that have become synonymous with the brand. He also helped to establish Nike as a major player in the athletic footwear industry, revolutionizing the way sneakers were marketed and sold.

In addition to his work at Nike, Strasser was also involved in various other business ventures, including serving as president of Adidas America in the late 1980s. He was known for his innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, and his contributions to the sports and footwear industries continue to be felt to this day.