Ibtihaj Muhammad is a trailblazing fencer who made history at the 2016 Rio Olympics. She became the first Muslim American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab, breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes. Her remarkable journey culminated in winning a bronze medal in the women's team sabre event, making her the first hijab-wearing American Olympic medalist. Beyond her Olympic achievements, Ibtihaj has won multiple medals at the World Fencing Championships, including a gold with the U.S. women's sabre team in 2014. She is also an author, entrepreneur, and advocate for diversity and inclusion, using her platform to inspire others and promote understanding.

Before achieving fame and financial success, Ibtihaj Muhammad was deeply committed to fencing and education. She began fencing at the age of 13 and trained with the Peter Westbrook Foundation, which supports underrepresented communities in the sport. While pursuing her passion for fencing, she also focused on academics, earning a degree in International Relations and African & African-American Studies from Duke University. During her early career, Ibtihaj balanced her training with various roles, including working as a substitute teacher and a fencing coach. Her dedication to the sport and her perseverance eventually led her to become a trailblazer in the fencing world and beyond.

Ibtihaj Muhammad built her fortune through a combination of her fencing career, entrepreneurship, and advocacy work. As an Olympic medalist and a five-time Senior World medalist, she gained recognition and financial rewards from her achievements in fencing. Beyond sports, she launched her own clothing line, Louella, which focuses on modest and fashionable clothing, catering to underrepresented groups. She is also an author, with her memoir Proud: My Fight for an Unlikely American Dream and a series of children's books, including The Proudest Blue, becoming bestsellers. Additionally, she collaborates with organizations like the U.S. Department of State and the Special Olympics, and she has been honored as a Barbie “Shero,” inspiring the next generation. Her diverse ventures and dedication to promoting equity and representation have significantly contributed to her financial success.