Los Angeles Chargers offensive lineman Russell Okung wants to help democratize home buying. That’s why he became an angel investor in Loftium, a new company that provides prospective homeowners with money towards their down payment in exchange for a cut of their income from a very familiar housing-related company — Airbnb. “For most, the idea […]
PHILADELPHIA — Inspired by athletes and entertainers of his era who launched successful and world-famous businesses, Ryan Howard is turning to venture capital to help fund tech startups. “You look at the Magic Johnsons and what he’s been able to accomplish. I think you look at Michael Jordan and what he’s been able to accomplish. […]
Most professional athletes are remembered for doing just one thing in particular with their lives: playing a sport at the highest level possible. Sure, the actions of professional athletes on and off the playing field can impact their careers in positive or negative ways, but most athletes spend ten to twenty years playing a sport […]
