Nike, Inc., headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's foremost manufacturer of athletic shoes and apparel.  

Nike was founded in 1971 by Phil Knight and William J. Bowerman, taking the company's name from the Greek goddess of victory, Nike.  Knight managed the business part of the company and Bowerman took care of designing improvements in athletic footwear.

 

Nike operates Niketown stores, Nike factory outlets and Mike Women shops, selling its products in about 160 countries.  Mark Parker succeeded Bill Perez, who resigned in 2006, as president and CEO.
   
Nike Sunglasses are designed for athletes participating in a variety of sports.  Made with polycarbonate lenses that are lightweight and designed with impact and scratch resistant optical coatings, Nike Sunglasses are made with quality materials and come in a variety of forms.  Certain frames are made with ventilated nose bridges. 

Athletes and celebrities all over the world are seen wearing Nike Sunglasses, including Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Lindsay Davenport and John Travolta. 

Marchon is the licensed manufacturer of Nike Sunglasses.

Co-founded by co-presidents and co-owners Al Berg, Larry Roth and Jeff White in 1983, Marchon Eyewear designs and distributes eyeglasses and sunglasses in more than 80 countries.  Marchon sells frames under its own name as well as licensed brands such as, Calvin Klein, Coach, Fendi, Nautica, Michael Kors, and NIKE, along with the patented Flexon metal memory frames.