Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian has garnered admiration not only for his massive fortune at the age of 23 but also for his happy marriage with world-renowned tennis player Serena Williams.
Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of social media platform Reddit and venture capital fund Initialized Capital, has become a prominent figure in the tech world. After achieving success in technology, he tied the knot with Serena Williams, one of the world's top tennis players.
Currently, the power couple Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian are regarded as one of the most influential pairs in the global tech scene. They continue to found numerous companies and investment funds that significantly impact the tech industry worldwide.
Alexis Ohanian: From Waiter to Tech Billionaire at 23
Reddit is one of the largest and most popular social media platforms globally, known for its function allowing users to share information and knowledge like an online forum. However, few know that one of its co-founders, Alexis Ohanian, started from part-time work.
Since his school days, Alexis Ohanian held various jobs, hoping to step out of his comfort zone and do something meaningful for society. His first job was software demonstration, where he had to explain technological models to customers, even if they weren't interested.
Later, Ohanian switched to part-time work at Pizza Hut. Despite being a server, it taught Ohanian valuable lessons about customer service. He learned that if the chef messed up the food, the waiter would also be at fault in front of the customer.
Alexis Ohanian studied history at university. One day, while eating a waffle, he realized he didn't enjoy what he was doing. Ohanian decided he had to create something innovative.
Later on, Ohanian met and convinced Steve Huffman—a computer science student and his roommate—to design a food ordering mobile app together.
When presenting their idea to the Y Combinator investment fund, they were rejected. However, the fund's operator suggested, "Create a front page of the Internet." Thanks to this advice, the two students founded Reddit. Subsequently, Reddit became one of the first startup ideas that Y Combinator invested in.
In 2006, media conglomerate Condé Nast, owner of Vogue and Vanity Fair magazines, acquired Reddit for $10-20 million. At 23, Alexis Ohanian became a millionaire in the global tech industry.
In 2010, he founded the investment firm Initialized Capital, which is considered a leading strategic investor. Alexis Ohanian also made it to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list for two consecutive years, in 2011 and 2012.
The Admirable Marriage with Tennis Queen Serena Williams
Alexis Ohanian, one of the co-founders of Reddit, is married to Serena Williams, known as a legend and an influential figure in the world of tennis. Serena has won 349 matches in Grand Slam tournaments. She also holds 23 Grand Slam singles titles and 4 Olympic gold medals.
The marriage between Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian is blissful and happy. Serena Williams revealed that Alexis Ohanian always respects and supports all her decisions. In fact, Williams announced her retirement to spend time with her children and family.
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian first met in Rome in 2015. After chatting, they found many similarities, especially their love for art and travel. In December 2016, Alexis proposed to Serena at a hotel in Rome where they first met. Shortly after, Serena gave birth to their first daughter, Alexis Olympia. By the end of 2017, they held a luxurious wedding ceremony that captured the attention of the global media.