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and had several other product endorsements. Nike wanted a piece of him. However, Michael had faithful ties to both Adidas and Converse from his college days. Luckily for Nike, converse had both Magic Johnson and Larry Bird signed to contracts. They had little interest in spending more money. Adidas was having other problems at the time and in turn was not interested either. Michael did not see what Nike had to offer him early on, but his agent David Falk talked him into going to a meeting where they would discuss Jordan basketball shorts and shoes.


There were not too many companies if any that were willing to risk much on a campaign utilizing athletes. It simply had not had much success in the pass, so most were not willing to take chances. The risk was just too big to take.


Nike had no choice because of their falling sales. They were more than willing to assist him and in doing so, hopefully assisting them. They were charmed by his personality, quick wit Wholesale Indiana Pacers Jerseys , and charisma. From that point on they understood the gift they held on their hands and wanted nothing more than to sign him. After persuading, placating, and presentations Michael agreed.


Michael signed a contract worth $2.5 million over five years. In addition he received royalties and other fringe benefits. Peter Moore made the first logo, which featured a basketball up in the air being held by wings. When the shoe first launched it had a dramatic effect. They were eventually banned by the NBA because of its unusual design. Mike chose to wear them anyways and they soon became a household name.


Attempting to get Michael to sign seemed to be the hardest part, but as the logo designers left the corporation and start their own company; a blow was sent throughout the company. However, the blow did not last long as the newest creative designer, Tinker Hatfield Wholesale Los Angeles Clippers Jerseys , brought the company from its knees to their feet with the new design processes and strategies.


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