Larry Miller, of Nike's Jordan Brand, Asks Forgiveness for 1965 Murder You know His Airness. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. chairman of the Jordan Brand, has revealed that when he was a teenager he killed a man and served prison time for the crime. (Screen capture: YouTube). Our executive producer is Anya Grundmann. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. Hewas sentenced to spend up to 20 years in jail. Nike Jordan CEO Larry Miller. Miller was charged as an adult, and pleaded guilty tosecond-degree murder. Nike executive Larry Miller spoke to "The News With Shepard Smith" about his troubled past and his new memoir. But he did it all while hiding a horrible secretthat he's only speaking out about now. Miller, now in his 70s, added that "some of the most creative, intelligent, smart people" he has met were in prison. We Publish News 24/7. Millermet members of White's family shortly after. the range of assistive technology is wide and varied. 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He is a passionate advocate for education and mentorship and was previously involved with the Urban League and Junior Achievement. It's all too easy to judge somebody based on a crime they committed in their formative year, but through an open mind towards rehabilitation, we have the power to unlock the potential of extremely talented individuals. He said he was able to do it by taking ownership of himself and valuing his own life. Nike executive Larry Miller on his path to forgiveness and acceptance I tried to hide this and hope that people didnt find out about it., Miller said the murder took place after he joined the Cedar Avenue gang in West Philadelphia at age 13, quickly changing from a straight-A student to a straight-up gangbanger.. Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; Host, Jemele Hill is Unbothered, CEO & Co-Founder of Trillicon Valley and Former Senior Global Design Director, Jordan Brand, Member of "The Exonerated Five";Author ofBetter, Not Bitter: Living on Purpose in the Pursuit of Racial Justice, Jump: My Secret Journey from the Streets to the Boardroom, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Carly Zakin & Danielle Weisberg (TheSkimm), Fox and Rob Rich (Sibil Fox & Robert Richardson), Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers (Pantsuit Politics), Book: Jump: My Secret Journey from the Streets to the Boardroom. We were all drunk, Miller told Sports Illustrated of that night. He spent decades rising up the ranks at companies like Campbell Soup, Kraft Foods and the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers. Instead, on 30 September 1965, he fired into the chest of the first person they encountered: 18-year-old Edward White. In the social media era, it's difficult to imagine public figures, especially those with significant influencein the subcultures we are a part of, having a history that we're unable to access. Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller at the 35th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards on Nov. 30, 2021. He works closely with Nike Inc. leadership and Michael Jordan to drive global business objectives. Nike said in a statement that Millers life was an incredible story of second chances., We are proud of Larry Miller and the hope and inspiration his story can offer, the company said, adding that it supported helping former prisoners open new doors of opportunity and move forward with their lives.. The admission comes ahead of the launch of his memoir next year. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. One day, when Miller was 16, he and his friend wanted revenge for a fellow gang member who had recently been killed. A Division of NBC Universal. Larry Miller, who has piloted the brand since 2012, revealed to Sports Illustrated ahead of his bookJump: My Secret Journey From the Streets to the Boardroom that he had spent time in prison at the age of 16 years old for taking the life of another teen. Now chairman of the Jordan brand, Miller was convinced by his daughterto share his story. Speaking to, , Miller said the shooting was for no reason at all., of that night. Add some good to your morning and evening. Produced by Howard Goldenthal. Arline, 55, told the Times that she's not yet "100 percent forgiving" but hopes to be one day. There, he cared for the everyday tasks of Jordan Brand, Converse, and Nike Basketball. I was in a haze. In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Miller said he joined the Cedar Ave. gang in West Philadelphia at 13 years old. Jordan Brand chairman, former Trail Blazers executive Larry Miller "She basically convinced me that it could motivate and inspire some people, and that it could maybe change perceptions for people at some point," he said. Miller serves on the Board of Directors for Self Enhancement Inc., the Oregon Business Council, Oregon Sports Authority, and is a member of the NBA's Team Advisory Committee, Miller detailed his unconventional path from gang member to one of the most successful Black businessmen in America in his book. Click the link in that email to complete registration so you can comment. Prior to joining the Jordan Brand, Miller served as President and Alternate Governor of the NBAs Portland Trail Blazers. Jordan Brand Chairman Larry Miller Rose to the Highest Levels of Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. So all I can do is try to do what I can to help other people and try to maybe prevent this from happening to someone else.. While in prison, he studied for an accounting degree at Philadelphias Temple University. The Jordan Brand chairman and former Portland Trail Blazers executive Miller revealed in a new exclusive story at Sports. Nike exec Larry Miller joins the show to discuss his past as a gang member and how he is still trying to reconcile his dark past. Now, at 72, he's sharing that story with the hopes of inspiring people who need to turn their life around. Miller, the longtime head of the Michael Jordan brand for Nike, served time in a juvenile detention facility for the crime and was planning never to speak publicly of it. "At a certain point, it became more important to me to impress people in the street than teachers and parents," he said. Nike Jordan boss reveals he murdered an 18-year-old in 1965 Miller writes about his experiences in his new memoir,Jump: My Secret Journey from the Street to the Boardroom. Larry Miller | Speaking Fee, Booking Agent, & Contact Info | CAA Speakers Around the same time as his release, he graduated from Temple University at age 30. It takes just a few seconds. It's kindof been freeing to be able tonot have to carry this around.". "A person's mistake, or the worst mistake that they made in their life, shouldn't control what happens with the rest of your life," he said. Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller killed a man in 1965 in retaliation for the death of a friend by a local gang in Philadelphia and served time in prison for the killing. From 1999 to 2006, he served as the President of Jordan Brand. Jordan Brand announces that Craig A. Williams will be its new president starting January 2019, taking over the role of Larry Miller. Ahead of the interview, Mr Miller reportedly informed members of his inner circle, including basketball legend Michael Jordan and NBA commissioner Adam Silver, of the incident. He first revealed the story about Edward White's death in a preview for the book in October in Sports Illustrated. So now we have a request. Miller didn't say anything to the contrary,and went on to have dinner with Barack and Michelle Obama. I imagine this to be the exact reason Miller chose to keep his secret for so long. Registering also lets you comment on articles and helps us improve your experience. He wanted retaliation after a friend was stabbed to death in a fight with the 53rd & Pine gang. He didn't get the job, and spent the rest of his career hiding his previous incarceration. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Adams, now 56, said he forgives Miller as well. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. 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Click HERE to SUBSCRIBE to Our Newsletter Now! "We are proud of Larry Miller and the hope and inspiration his story can offer," the company said, adding that it supported policies that help former prisoners "open new doors of opportunity and move forward with their lives". Follow Jay on Instagram and Twitter. Hugely out of guilt, of course, but would somebody who has openly admitted to killing someone ever be allowed to work to their full potential and reach the same level of success he has? Miller makes Portland his home, and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Self Enhancement Inc. (SEI), the Oregon Business Council, Oregon Sports Authority, and is a member of the Portland Mayors Economic Development Cabinet. Based on his own redemption story, he is a passionate advocate for criminal justice reform and expanded educational opportunities for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people. He says he never lied about his prison time in job applications. Each newsletter contains an unsubscribe link. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. Larry Miller Overcame it All to Build the Jordan Brand Larry Miller served a jail sentence for the murder in 1965, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer. Chairman of Jordan Brand Larry Miller Killed Man, Kept it Secret Nike executive speaks about his troubled past. He is also a former executive at Kraft Foods and Campbell Soups, and an ex-president of the Portland Trail Blazers professional basketball team. When a friend was killed by a rival gang member, Mr Miller, then just 16, says he grabbed a .38 handgun, got drunk with three friends and went in search of retribution. "If nothing else comes out of this book the most important thing for me is to be able to know that in spite of the pain and hurt I caused their family, that they're willing to forgive me," Miller told CNBC's "The News with Shepard Smith" last month. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. He has garnered international respect for his reputation of being an inspirational leader who understands how to build innovative, cultural, and premium businesses in the world of sport and lifestyle establishing the standard for athletic luxury footwear and apparel. Now 72, Miller pleaded guilty back then and spent 4 years in prison. This redemption story not only highlights the importance of giving second chances but also provides a guide for finding a path forward no matter what negative circumstances you encounter. He was running a background check. I hope that Larry's story inspires others and helps shift the perception of former criminals and the ways in which we rehabilitate people in society, and challenges big corporations and brands like Nike and Jordan to do more in ways of understanding and opportunities. So all I can do is try to do what I can to help other people and try to maybe prevent this from happening to someone else., Miller said he was nervous to share his secret with NBA icon, Jordan Brand Adds 8 WNBA Players to Roster, Former President Bill Clinton Hospitalized with Blood Infection, Adele Drops Full Music Video for Easy On Me (Watch). Miller was appointed the first chairman of the Jordan Brand Advisory Board in January 2019. Extra Credit- Allen Li - I N T E R O F F I C E M E M O R A N D U M TO We want to hear from you. I think about it every day," said Miller. WHO WE AREThe news you want unfiltered.The Electronic Urban Report/EUR puts the most buzz worthy African American news at your fingertips. Given the rich, well-documented history of the brand, its frontman Michael Jordan, Tinker Hatfield, Phil Jackson, and everybody else that played a pivotal role in building its legacy, it seems unfathomable thatsomething so unexpected could come to light. Miller . The Journal of Steffanie Jay-Zs Shock in Running Into Kelly Rowland Is Your WATCH LIVE! The whole time, he kept a dark secret: In 1965, at age 16, Miller pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of another teenager in Philadelphia, serving four and a half years in prison. He kept his criminal past hidden for decades, until he wrote a book. to make the Website as accessible as possible some issues can be encountered by different assistive technology as All of their talents and abilities were "being wasted inside the jails," he said. And I want to try to help be a part of that," he said. In this episode of The Limits, Miller tells Jay Williams why he couldn't keep his secret any longer, and how he took Michael Jordan's ideas and turned them into one of the most successful athlete-driven brands in the world. Written by Philip Drostwith files from Mouhamad Rachini. Philly native and Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller revealed a 56-year-old secret when he admitted to killing 18-year-old Edward White in 1965. . When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Running the Trail Blazers and Jordan Brand, Larry Miller rose to the top of the basketball world. Please try again or choose an option below. But as he became more successful, he started suffering migraine headaches and nightmares. Then, at that . Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. Mr Miller says he hopes his story can help steer at-risk youth away from a life of violence and inspire formerly incarcerated people to know they can still make a contribution to society. He was able to get his degree at age 30 while incarcerated and was released at the same age. Already a member? Alternatively, you can object to Shelflife x Air Jordan 2 Is Jordan Brand's First Sneaker Collab With an Africa-Based Partner Insole graphics are symbolic of the the retailer's ubuntu team spirit. Ahead of his forthcoming autobiography Jump: My Secret Journey From the Streets to the Boardroom, which was co-written by his daughter Laila Lacy, the Nike executive disclosed in an interview with. Over the past two decades, Larry Miller has made a name for himself in the world of business as an executive at Nike and beyond, having held the prestigious title of president at both Jordan Brand and the Portland Trail Blazers. Jordan Brand chairman Larry Miller reveals he killed another teenager One of the first people Miller told ahead of writing the book was Michael Jordan. UsableNet Inc, a leading web accessibility consultant to help test, remediate and maintain our Website in-line with On occasion, Larry Miller's office phone rings and on the other line is Michael Jordan. Not long after, he was given a gun by his girlfriend at the time. Thats why we started the Times of Israel ten years ago - to provide discerning readers like you with must-read coverage of Israel and the Jewish world. Fact-checking by Ayda Pourasad. Larry Miller is the Chairman of the Jordan Brand, a division of Nike Inc. With the support of his daughter, Michael Jordan, and Nike executive Phil Knight, Miller was ready to tell his story. Under Millers leadership, the Trail Blazers became the first American sports franchise to achieve Gold LEED status for an existing arena, earning the PRISM award. To accomplish this, Titelmedia has engaged Kodak Black Caught Having Sex in White Teacher Hits The Jerk as Students Go Wild Are AKAs Too Insecure? It's a secret that Larry Miller, the chairman of Nike's Jordan brand and former president of the Portland Trail Blazers, had held inside for more than 56 years. I cover sports culture, sneakers, style and combat sports for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Miller's book, titled "Jump: My Secret Journey from the Streets to the Boardroom," is available now. "One of the things that I was hoping comes out of this story is that maybe it would change how people perceive formerly incarcerated people and be more willing to give them an opportunity," said Miller. The process was going well untilMiller shared the details of his criminal history with the hiring manager. The chairman of Nike's Jordan brand said he's thankful the family of the man he killed as a teenager forgives him. Miller shot the first person he and his fellow gang members came across, an 18-year-old later identified as Edward White. Larry Miller has been a top executive in sports and athletic wear for decades. More often than not, formerly incarcerated individuals are unable to shake the criminal moniker, which can, unfortunately, lead to a cycle of crime, instead of the rehabilitation that the individual and society would benefit from most. From prison to Air Jordan: How Larry Miller kept a horrible secret through his climb to the top | CBC Radio Loaded. "Actually, calls from him are pretty standard in my line of work," Miller said. January 18, 2022 / 4:33 PM / CBS News Larry Miller rose to the pinnacle of the Nike Jordan brand, becoming chairman and working right alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan.
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