The Oregon-based shoe company is Nike, a multinational corporation founded in 1964 by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman. It is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon and is one of the world's largest suppliers of athletic shoes and apparel. Nike is known for its iconic 'swoosh' logo and slogan 'Just Do It'. The company has become a major player in the sports industry and has sponsored some of the world's most famous athletes.