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Nike's Innovation Chief Tony Bignell Exits After Year

4/10/2026

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Tony Bignell, Nike Chief Innovation Officer, is leaving Nike after less than a year, announced on April 10, 2026.
The departure follows challenges in Nike's turnaround efforts.
He was appointed by CEO Elliott Hill last June to help Nike regain its competitive edge in innovation.
Bignell is the third innovation chief to exit in under three years.
Nike said he is leaving to focus on his creative and philanthropic interests.

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Tony Bignell, Nike Chief Innovation Officer, is leaving Nike after less than a year, announced on April 10, 2026.
The departure follows challenges in Nike's turnaround efforts.
He was appointed by CEO Elliott Hill last June to help Nike regain its competitive edge in innovation.
Bignell is the third innovation chief to exit in under three years.
Nike said he is leaving to focus on his creative and philanthropic interests.