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Serena Williams          

Iconic Professional Tennis Player & Olympic Gold Medalist; Activist, Philanthropist & Entrepreneur

Serena Williams exemplifies courage, beauty, power and style, and has overcome insurmountable odds to win 23 career Grand Slams, the second-most singles titles of record. Her remarkable tennis achievements, combined with her off-court success in fashion, philanthropy and business, make her one of the most recognizable icons in the world and a powerful voice for women, mothers and future mothers.

In 2019, Williams launched her own VC firm, Serena Ventures, which focuses on investing in companies that embrace diverse leadership, individual empowerment, creativity and opportunity. Williams’ fashion brand, SERENA, which celebrates body positivity and female empowerment, made its New York Fashion Week debut this past September.

Williams’ endorsements include Nike, Wilson, Gatorade, Pampers, Stuart Weitzman, Beats by Dre and Wheaties. Her HBO sports documentary series, Being Serena, was nominated for a 2019 Peabody and 2019 MTV Movie and TV Award.

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A Conversation With Serena Williams

One of the most talented and successful athletes of all time, Serena Williams knows what it takes to win. She’s come back from major injuries to win international titles, and she’s persevered to become one of top tennis players in history.

An entrepreneur as well, Serena has also branched out off the court to pursue her love of fashion, running a successful line of clothing, handbags and jewelry. A conversation with Serena Williams offers audiences nationwide a rare up-close and personal perspective on world-class dedication, training, winning, success, risk taking, entrepreneurship, the importance of giving back.

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Serena Williams says she intends to retire from tennis after the U.S. Open
Serena Williams, the owner of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, is retiring from tennis after this summer's U.S. Open. Williams, 40, announced her plan Tuesday on Vogue magazine's website.
Serena Williams engaged to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian
Serena Williams and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian are engaged. Spokespeople for both Williams and Ohanian confirmed the news Thursday. The 33-year-old Ohanian popped the question while the two were vacationing in Rome.
Serena Williams: 'I'm not going to play tennis forever' - Sep. 14, 2016
Serena Williams said she's not going to play tennis forever so having a backup plan is crucial to life after her pro career.
Serena Williams News, Photos, and Videos | Just Jared
Serena Williams has written a powerful open letter “to all incredible women who strive for excellence”! In the letter, which was included as part of Porter ...
Serena Williams Can Reclaim No. 1 Ranking, Kvitova And Keys Say
Serena Williams may have lost the No. 1 ranking, it's way too early to write her off yet, two of her main rivals said. It has been a lean year by Williams' lofty ...
Serena Williams Wins Wimbledon for Her 21st Grand Slam Title ...
Serena Williams, too, was a teenage tennis prodigy, a precocious girl following her older sister Venus from Compton, California, to the sport's greatest stage.
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Serena Williams Finishes Historic $12.4 Million Tennis Season With ...
The No. 1 player in the world shattered the single season record for prize money with $12.4 million in 2013.
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