Can you provide examples of companies that have successfully implemented practices similar to Nike's early ambassadorship strategy?

Yes, several companies have successfully implemented ambassadorship strategies similar to Nike's early approach. For instance, Red Bull has effectively used brand ambassadors in extreme sports to promote their energy drinks. Similarly, GoPro has leveraged the power of user-generated content, encouraging their customers to become brand ambassadors by sharing their experiences using GoPro cameras in various adventurous settings. Another example is Lululemon, which has a strong ambassador program involving fitness professionals and influencers who share the brand's values and lifestyle.

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Pre-was a phenomenon; he spent 1973 on a cross-country road trip, going to track meets, colleges, and state fairs. Everywhere he went, people wanted to meet him, and everywhere he went he touted our new Nike shoes. He was our star ambassador, holding clinics, serving as a model for new shoe designs, and sending pairs of Nikes to fellow runners with a note saying, "Try these, you'll love them." By the end of 1974 he was back in top form, smashing American running records and doing it in Nikes. The last time I saw him run was at a meet in Eugene in May 1975. As usual, he was incredible; going up against some of the best runners in the world he went into the final laps of the 5,000 meters in second place, then did what Pre always did best. He dug deep and pulled out some new reserve of energy, powering onward to win the race. The next morning, I got the call: on his way home from the postrace party, he'd lost control of his car, hit a boulder, and died. He was 24.

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Shoe Dog - Anecdotes From Nike

The iconic Nike sporting goods company started over 50 years ago as a ‘crazy idea’ in the mind of a young runner in Oregon. Shoe Dog is Phil Knight’s ...

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