Successful Black Entrepreneurs : Hidden Histories, Inspirational Stories, and Extraordinary Business Achievements

Learn about the successesof Black entrepreneurs through a collection of unique case studies Successful Black Entrepreneurs isan insightful collection ofHarvard Business Schoolcase studiesaboutBlack entrepreneurs succeeding in a variety of industries andthrough different routes, including start-ups, franchising, and acquisitions. The book also recognizes and celebrates Black entrepreneurial excellence, as it takes the reader through the stages of entrepreneurship, including ideation, raising capital, growing the company, and taking it public. In addition to identifying the positive aspects of Black entrepreneurship, the book also uses data, research, and anecdotes to highlight the challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs, including: An inability to access capital from traditional financial institutions like banks and private equity firms The requirement to practice "racial concealment" in the company ofWhite customers in order to achieve success Perfect for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and established

business leaders,Successful Black Entrepreneurs providespracticalperspectivesfrom Black entrepreneurs about what it takes to succeed in business. [Publisher's Text]

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