John Joseph Donahoe

"Diversity and inclusion are core essentials to an innovative culture."

"We're in an environment where private companies need to engage on social issues because many of the historical institutions that either in reality or perception led those things are either in disrepair or being challenged right now. And so I think that one of the important things for each company to do is to figure out what are those social issues which are directly connected to our purpose as a company or our mission as a company."

In regards to Nikes 'Core Beliefs' -"one that's been front and center is Nike's belief to stand up for racial justice, social justice "

"…Our aspirations to be a leader externally on speaking out, on racial and social and economic injustice. But we also want to be a leader in being the most diverse and inclusive company in the world."

"diversity and inclusion is not just a nice thing to do because it happens to be in vogue at the moment. It's the best way to win. "

"We're investing with and partnered with Michael Jordan and Nike and the Jordan brand, investing $140,000,000 in the NAAC Advancement Fund, Black Girls Code, other organizations to promote social and economic justice in the black community and in our society."

"But I think the thing that really spoke to me is through all these conversations, is it's not enough to condemn racism. You have to actually almost be antiracist. You have to be in the fight. You have to be willing to take a stand, which is why we committed over half a billion dollars, because I want this to be and so many black leaders I've talked to across the country want this to be more than a moment but a movement."

In regards to Walmart and Gun control – "what Doug's done on gun control is just so impressive"

In regards to the Lakers acomplishments- "their biggest impact may have been off the court with the Black Lives Matter."