Glenn Cole
Founder and Chairman
72andSunny
At 72andSunny, Glenn sets the standard for innovation and creative excellence, focusing his time and energy on high impact brands and projects in sports, entertainment, and youth culture. Over the past 6 years, he led the brand transformation and globalization of the NFL. He also co-founded Sport Beach, an elite forum that brings together the world's best athletes, brands, and creative leaders for inspired collaborations.
Glenn started his career at Wieden & Kennedy where he co-authored the Nike Soccer brand, helping Nike grow from #5 in global football sales in 1994 to #1 in 2002. Prioritizing cultural impact, Glenn pioneered the long-form multinational Nike soccer ads that have become a staple of the Euros and World Cup the past 30 years. For WC 2002, he produced the iconic remix of Elvis' "A Little Less Conversation," a #1 hit in 20 countries.
Prior to advertising, Glenn was a sprinter for The University of Oregon and Team USA. He is currently Chairman of the Board for The One Club For Creativity, the world's leading non-profit in service of the global creative community.
Glenn started his career at Wieden & Kennedy where he co-authored the Nike Soccer brand, helping Nike grow from #5 in global football sales in 1994 to #1 in 2002. Prioritizing cultural impact, Glenn pioneered the long-form multinational Nike soccer ads that have become a staple of the Euros and World Cup the past 30 years. For WC 2002, he produced the iconic remix of Elvis' "A Little Less Conversation," a #1 hit in 20 countries.
Prior to advertising, Glenn was a sprinter for The University of Oregon and Team USA. He is currently Chairman of the Board for The One Club For Creativity, the world's leading non-profit in service of the global creative community.