Nike is the largest athletic footwear and apparel brand in the world. Key categories include basketball, running, and football (soccer). Footwear generates about two thirds of its sales. Its brands include Nike, Jordan (premium athletic footwear and clothing), and Converse (casual footwear). Nike sells products worldwide through company-owned stores, franchised stores, and third-party retailers. The firm also operates e-commerce platforms in more than 40 countries. Nearly all its production is outsourced to contract manufacturers in more than 30 countries. Nike was founded in 1964 and is based in Beaverton, Oregon.
Beaverton, United States of AmericaRetail & E-commerceOtherEnterprise
Developer of an online gaming platform designed to offer digital video games. The company's platform focuses on developing competitive player-versus-player online games, enabling gamers to evolve and improve their gaming experience.
Los Angeles, United States of AmericaSoftware & SaaS
The Hershey Company is a global leader in confectionery and snacking, founded in 1894 by Milton S. Hershey. Headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, the company has a rich history that began with the Lancaster Caramel Company before transitioning to chocolate. Hershey's Milk Chocolate bars were introduced in 1900, and the company has since expanded its offerings to include over 70 brands, such as Reese's, York Peppermint Patties, and Twizzlers, along with non-chocolate snacks like Ice Breakers and SkinnyPop.
With more than 16,000 employees worldwide, The Hershey Company emphasizes "moments of goodness" and "commerce with compassion." It operates retail experiences like Hershey's Chocolate World and focuses on global expansion, including the acquisition of Nacional de Dulces in Mexico. The company is committed to sustainable practices and philanthropy, supporting initiatives like the Milton Hershey School trust, which reflects Hershey's legacy of community care and employee well-being.