Carolyn Davidson

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Carolyn Davidson has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Evan Carmichael (Jan 2026). Credited with designing Nike’s swoosh logo, illustrating early-stage scrappiness and later recognition (shares/ring) from Knight.

Graphic designer (creator of the Nike 'Swoosh') at Freelance/Portland State University (historically associated as a student when commissioned) specializing in Graphic design, Logo and brand identity design.

Carolyn Davidson at a glance
Mentioned in	1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heard	Jan 2026 on Evan Carmichael
Role	Graphic designer (creator of the Nike 'Swoosh')
Affiliation	Freelance/Portland State University (historically associated as a student when commissioned)

Who talks about Carolyn Davidson on podcasts?

Carolyn Davidson came up; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on Evan Carmichael.

Phil Knight Borrowed $50 From His Dad (And Changed The World) | The Nike Story on Evan Carmichael (Jan 2026)

What is Carolyn Davidson mentioned alongside?

Worked with: Phil Knight