A Nike veteran, Kemi kick started his career in 1999 at NikeTown London, Nike's European flagship store. His role? A cashier, a role that enabled him to have constant dialogue with Nike's consumer and gave him great ammunition to secure a position with Nike's London marketing team. In 2007 Kemi joined the Nike South Africa team as Nike Sportswear Brand Manager. His understanding of youth culture and social media trends made him a key member of the Nike World Cup integrated marketing team, contributing to the success of Nike’s social media efforts, as well as elevating and established a successful footprint for Nike in this important emerging region.
Kemi Benjamin, Brand Manager, Nike South Africa
A Nike veteran, Kemi kick started his career in 1999 at NikeTown London, Nike's European flagship store. His role? A cashier, a role that enabled him to have constant dialogue with Nike's consumer and gave him great ammunition to secure a position with Nike's London marketing team. In 2007 Kemi joined the Nike South Africa team as Nike Sportswear Brand Manager. His understanding of youth culture and social media trends made him a key member of the Nike World Cup integrated marketing team, contributing to the success of Nike’s social media efforts, as well as elevating and established a successful footprint for Nike in this important emerging region.
