GAME-CHANGING INNOVATION STARTS WITH A WORLD CLASS TEAM
A Nike Alumni Founded Think Tank and Talent Powerhouse
Our Mission
We unlock the potential of brands and organizations to lead with purpose, scale with strategy, and deliver lasting impact. Through our collective expertise, global network, and innovation mindset, we transform businesses into forces for good.
Our Story
We are leaders, innovators, creators and doers with a shared experience of working for one of the most iconic global brands in the world. We leverage our collective Nike alumni expertise and our work with other global brands and organizations to curate a roster of experts for high-impact projects.
What We Do & Where We Play
6453 Forward is a Nike-level think tank and execution powerhouse at the intersection of brand, business strategy, and cultural impact. We help purpose-driven organizations achieve both commercial success and societal impact—with speed, clarity, and world-class expertise.
- Direct Consultancy – competing with the big firms
- Talent Community – vetted subject matter experts
- Access to the Nike Way of Working, thinking, and connections across the following capabilities:
- Brand Management & Marketing
- Product & Merchandising Strategy
- Organizational Strategy & People
- Operational Optimization
- Innovation Mindset & Process
Our Team
