Nike, Inc.

Nike Inc. and Foot Locker Inc. expect to open up to 50 "House of Hoops by Foot Locker" retail stores in the United States over the next three years, creating a new brand and community-oriented retail experience that celebrates the culture of the game for basketball consumers.

Umbro deploys FlexPLM from PTC software to improve its product development processes.

Reebok International Ltd. files a lawsuit against Nike Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, claiming Nike infringed on a patent arising from Reebok's collapsible shoe technology.

Pony International LLC appoints experienced athletic footwear industry executive Kevin Wulff as its Chief Executive Officer.

Nike appoints longtime executives David Heath as new vice president of global sales and Pat Zeedick as general manager of equipment for the Nike brand.

To drive global growth and market leadership of the Nike and affiliate brands, Nike Inc. announces plans to focus on creating premium consumer experiences built on product innovation, brand leadership and an elevated retail presence.

New Year celebrations typically come with inspirational stories of resolutions and the expectation of heartwarming endings and goals achieved.

7-Eleven Inc. announces winners of its 2006 Retailer Initiative Awards.