Brooks Sports Running shoes and apparel

Founded in 1914 in Philadelphia, Brooks Sports, Inc. (doing business as Brooks Running) has evolved from a small maker of various athletic shoes into a global leader in high-performance running gear. The company is renowned for its commitment to the running community, focusing exclusively on running shoes, apparel, and accessories that incorporate advanced biomechanical research.

While the brand originated in the United States, its manufacturing is distributed globally to maintain scale and quality. Today, production primarily takes place in Southeast Asian countries, notably Vietnam and China, which are hubs for technical footwear manufacturing. In 2006, Brooks was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, the multinational conglomerate led by Warren Buffett. This ownership provides Brooks with the financial stability to maintain its specialized focus on innovation and performance without the pressures typically associated with smaller private firms.