Kobe Bryant, the retired NBA legend, became a successful businessman after his basketball career. He started his own production company, Kobe Inc., in 2013 and has since expanded his portfolio to include investments in tech, media, and sports. Bryant’s business acumen was honed during his time in the NBA, where he learned the value of branding and marketing. He also formed strong relationships with business leaders and executives. Since retiring, Bryant has continued to build his business empire, often working alongside his wife, Vanessa, and his business partner, Jeff Stibel. His latest venture is a sports drink called KOIOS, which he co-founded with Stibel and a team of scientists.