(Reuters) - Nike Inc (N:NKE) on Tuesday named former Coca-Cola Co (N:KO) executive Craig Williams (NYSE:WMB) as president of its sports shoes unit Jordan Brand.
Williams, who will take charge on Jan. 14, most recently headed the world's biggest beverage maker's partnership with fast-food chain McDonald's.
He will replace Larry Miller who will become the chairman of the newly created Jordan Brand advisory board, Nike said.
Jordan Brand is a premium brand of footwear, apparel and accessories inspired by the legacy of former basketball player Michael Jordan.