Nike hires Mercedes executive to oversee diversity efforts

Nike has hired former Mercedes executive Tamika Curry Smith as part of its effort to improve its diversity and inclusion efforts. Her title is vice president of global diversity and inclusion.Curry Smith's hiring is the latest in a series of steps taken by the sportswear giant in the wake of complaints about workplace opportunities for women and people of color. Nike also has instituted mandatory training for managers and employees and parted with numerous executives. Curry Smith will report to&