Nike Names New Diversity Leader as CEO Continues Shuffling Ranks

Nike Inc. has selected a new top diversity, equity and inclusion executive as the new chief executive officer continues to reorganize the senior ranks of the world’s largest sportswear company.

Kizmet Mills will become Nike’s chief DEI officer and vice president starting Nov. 11, the company confirmed Thursday. She was previously a senior director in the division and previously worked at Coca-Cola Co.

“Having held senior leadership roles within the company for more than eight years, Kizmet is well positioned to continue advancing Nike’s goals of championing all athletes,” a representative for Nike said in a statement.

Mills replaces ...