Nike is laying off hundreds. These alumni are preparing to step in

6453 Nike Alumni group

Jana Panfilio is a cofounder of 6453 Alumni, an organization for former Nike employees.Beth Nakamura

During the pandemic, Lili Yeo needed help with logistics. Like other entrepreneurs, her company’s supply chain got choppy when overseas factories closed and shipping lanes jammed.

Yeo is cofounder and CEO of Goumi, a Beaverton baby apparel and accessories brand.

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