Dossier
Serena Ventures
Coverage of Serena Ventures in the Nexus archive.
- Maria Sharapova says she started preparing for retirement years before leaving tennis
Maria Sharapova prepared for life after tennis by taking business courses, internships, and building her brand during breaks from the sport. She emphasized planning for a second act, using her platform to invest in ventures like Sugarpova and gaining experience at the NBA.
- Serena Williams’ secret to success is about more than talent: You have to grind ‘every day’
Serena Williams emphasizes daily dedication as key to success in both tennis and business. She returns to competition at the HSBC Championships in doubles with Victoria Mboko and continues her work with Serena Ventures, a venture fund supporting diverse entrepreneurs. Williams advises founders to persist through challenges and maintain humility.