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BILLIE JEAN KING: Founder of Billie Jean King Enterprises.

Authors :
WALLACE, HANNAH
Source :
Inc.. Apr2024, Vol. 46 Issue 2, p47-49. 3p. 2 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Billie Jean King, the tennis icon known for her victory in the Battle of the Sexes, has long been involved in the business side of tennis. She co-owned several tennis tournaments in her 20s and fought for equal pay for women in the sport. King, along with her wife Ilana Kloss, now runs Billie Jean King Enterprises, an investment and consulting firm that supports women's sports. They have invested in various sports and startups, including Naomi Osaka's skin care line and the media company Just Women's Sports. King's pioneering efforts and continued relevance have made her a mentor and inspiration to many. The business of women's sports is growing, with global revenue expected to surpass $1 billion in 2024. King and Kloss are committed to investing in women's sports and helping them gain media exposure to increase their earnings. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01628968
Volume :
46
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Inc.
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
176287822