From Daughter's Name to Business Vision: Alexis Ohanian's Heartwarming Tribute to Olympia

In a touching revelation, Serena Williams' husband, Alexis Ohanian, unveiled the emotional tie between his new venture, 776, and his daughter's name, Olympia.Ohanian shared the heartwarming story behind 776's name and logo, revealing that it was initially named after his elder daughter, who inspired him to resign and start the company. However, after considering his wife's wise suggestion, he changed the name to 776, which holds a deeper meaning.

The first-ever ancient Olympic tournament took place in 776 B.C. at Olympia, and Ohanian was inspired by an ancient Greek cook who participated in a footrace event after his shift and won the competition. This story reminded him to keep seeking out greatness and find the next great person to build a generational tech company. Ohanian's 776 is not just a company but also a platform for women athletes to grow, as he announced a track and field event especially for women athletes, offering a lucrative prize of $60000 for the winner. Ohanian's investment firm is a great step towards revolutionizing women's women's sports.

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