A sneaker head know the history but the no light was really shed on Former CEO of Converse Inc. Guess what his name was after the jump…

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“Gilbert “Gib” Ford , 81. Retired in 1997 definitely kicked himself after missed the chance to sign Michael Jordan. Jordan loved Converse and wore during his days as a TarHeel.