Adidas AG is a global sporting goods company headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany. The company designs, manufactures and markets athletic and lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories under the adidas brand, serving consumers, athletes, teams and sports organizations worldwide.
Its products cover sports including football, running, basketball, training and outdoor activities, as well as casual and streetwear categories. Adidas distributes its products through wholesale partners, company-operated stores and digital commerce channels across markets in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and other regions.
The company was founded by Adolf “Adi” Dassler in 1949, following his earlier work developing sports shoes. Adidas has expanded through product innovation, athlete and team partnerships, and collaborations with designers and cultural figures. Bjørn Gulden has served as chief executive officer since January 2023.
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