Venus Williams

Tennis Hall-of-Famer, Multi-Unit Franchisee

Venus Williams is one of the most famous tennis players of all time, known for bringing a new degree of power and athleticism to women's tennis. She was formerly ranked No. 1 in the world in both singles and doubles with her sister Serena. Venus was born in Lynwood, California and turned professional at the young age of 14. She was just 20 when she became an Olympic gold medalist, winning in both singles play as well as doubles play. She would later tack on two more doubles gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics.

"On the tennis court, it's just me. I'm very hard on myself, because I have to get the whole job done. In business, I'm not as hard on myself or the team. In tennis, I believe in one winner. That's the great thing about business. There isn't just one winner. There's room for everyone to win. I love that,” said Williams in the February 2017 issue of INC. Magazine.

Williams first got involved with franchising back in 2011 when she partnered up with Jamba Juice to become an owner and a spokesperson for the company. She currently owns four locations in the Washington, D.C area. The average Jamba Juice location generates roughly $700,000 in revenue each year. Her other business ventures include owning an interior design business, an active wear clothing line, and being a part NFL owner of the Miami Dolphins football franchise.