Serena Williams and Venus Williams are primarily known to fans for their efforts in tennis, but they are much more than that. The sisters are not only talented in sports, but also in entrepreneurship. It all started when they made an initial investment in the Miami Dolphins in 2019, kicking off their business journey.
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The National Football League has been a very resourceful investment for the sisters, not only because it is now valued at $5.3 billion, but because it has opened up an entrepreneurial path for them. Serena Williams also previously shared how investing in the league was not only an investment, but also an emotional journey for them as it was so connected to their childhood.
Serena Williams’ investment in Miami Dolphins tied to childhood
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In a previous interview, Serena Williams and Venus Williams talked about how excited they were about the opportunity to invest in the Miami Dolphins. Not only is this an important decision for them financially and business-wise, but also because Miami holds a special place in their hearts.
Serena mentioned, “I am delighted to be a part of such a prestigious organization. I spent much of my childhood in the area and it is a huge privilege to be a part of a staple of Miami culture. We look forward to winning many championships and being successful with the Miami Dolphins.“
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Venus added: “I am honored to be a partner in the Miami Dolphins and grateful to owner Stephen Ross for allowing Serena and me to be a part of Miami Dolphins history“.
For the Williams sisters, investing is more than just financial. It was a decision they made collectively so they could feel like they belonged on the team. That’s why they celebrate the team’s success so enthusiastically. Beyond that, the investment also allowed Serena and Venus to pivot into entrepreneurship, where they excelled.
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Miami Dolphins help sisters become more proactive in business
After making an investment of this magnitude, Serena Williams continues to improve in the business world year after year. She launched her own investment brand and supports many growing businesses and start-ups. These include Will Perform, a self-care brand. Another company she invested in was 926, a media production company.
The same goes for Venus Williams, who also launched her own brand, EleVen by Venus, which has many sports-related products. She is also the co-founder of Happy Viking, another athletic apparel company with a direct-to-consumer model.
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It seems that childhood bond played a huge role in their later lives!
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