With the swoosh as its signature, ‘Just Do It’ in its DNA, and countless signature shoes dominating the world of sports, Nike has been the ultimate symbol of sportswear innovation and cultural power for decades. Now, leadership shake-ups and playbook revisions have left Nike facing something unthinkable: fading brand heat. Is Nike’s next chapter a sprint to the front—or a stumble in its stride?
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With the swoosh as its signature, ‘Just Do It’ in its DNA, and countless signature shoes dominating the world of sports, Nike has been the ultimate symbol of sportswear innovation and cultural power for decades. Now, leadership shake-ups and playbook revisions have left Nike facing something unthinkable: fading brand heat. Is Nike’s next chapter a sprint to the front—or a stumble in its stride?
In this episode, Martin Newman and David Boynton discuss where Boots, a leading UK pharmacy and health retailer, has lost momentum and how it might regain its edge. They reflect on Boots’ legacy of consumer trust and a powerful loyalty program, while critiquing underinvestment and a weakening in-store experience. With health and beauty opportunities on the rise, the hosts outline how Boots could reassert itself—including smarter store formats, a revitalized loyalty strategy, and a stronger role in primary care.
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With the swoosh as its signature, ‘Just Do It’ in its DNA, and countless signature shoes dominating the world of sports, Nike has been the ultimate symbol of sportswear innovation and cultural power for decades. Now, leadership shake-ups and playbook revisions have left Nike facing something unthinkable: fading brand heat. Is Nike’s next chapter a sprint to the front—or a stumble in its stride?
