Sue Bird's Winning Investment Strategy: People First

Sue Bird, a basketball legend with a stellar career, is making headlines in the business world. She's not just investing in businesses, but in people she trusts. Her first big bet was on a friend's restaurant venture, which paid off big time. In just a year or two, she recouped her initial investment. The restaurant industry is booming, expected to contribute $32. 6 billion to the state's economy this year. Bird's people-first approach has led her to invest in various sectors. She co-founded 'A Touch More, ' a production company turned podcast. She's also a co-founder of TOGETHXR, a women's sports media brand. And she's invested in tech companies like Tonal and Diveplane. Her most significant move? Becoming a co-owner of the Seattle Storm, the team she played with for 20 years. She believes investing in women's sports is smart business. With the WNBA growing, especially this season, her point stands strong.