eBay CEO John Donahoe Joins Board of Directors at Nike

Nike Inc. has announced that the President and CEO of eBay, John Donahoe, has been appointed onto their Board of Directors.

Donahoe, 54, joined eBay in 2005 as President of eBay Marketplaces and was appointed President and CEO in 2008.

Philip H. Knight, NIKE co-founder and chairman commented: “John’s executive management experience in digital commerce, technology, strategic planning, and marketing for a global brand makes him an excellent addition to our board.

“We look forward to his contributions to expand NIKE’s position as the world’s leading athletic brand and industry innovator.”

Prior to joining eBay, Donahoe was the CEO and Worldwide Managing Director of Bain & Company from 1999 to 2005, and a Managing Director from 1982 to 1999.

Donahoe also serves on the Board of Directors of Intel Corporation and is a Member of the President’s Export Council.