Brooks Glycerin running shoes

Founded in 1914 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Brooks Sports, Inc. (doing business as Brooks Running) is a premier American brand specializing in high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories. Initially a maker of bathing shoes and ballet slippers, Brooks transitioned its focus entirely to running in the 1970s, introducing industry-first innovations like Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) foam midsoles.

While the brand's design and engineering headquarters are located in Seattle, Washington, USA, the manufacturing process is decentralized. Production primarily takes place in Southeast Asian countries, including Vietnam, Indonesia, and China, where specialized facilities handle the technical assembly of their proprietary cushioning systems.

Since 2006, Brooks has been a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the multinational conglomerate headed by Warren Buffett. This ownership provides Brooks with financial stability and global reach, allowing it to maintain its position as a top-tier brand in the competitive athletic footwear market.