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

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Synopsis

Learn about the successes of Black entrepreneurs through a collection of unique case studies   Successful Black Entrepreneurs is an insightful collection of Harvard Business School case studies about Black entrepreneurs succeeding in a variety of industries and through 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 of White customers in order to achieve success  Perfect for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and established business leaders, Successful Black Entrepreneurs provides practical perspectives from Black entrepreneurs about what it takes to succeed in business.  

Book details

Author:
Steven S. Rogers
ISBN:
9781119806813
Related ISBNs:
9781119806738
Publisher:
Wiley
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2022-02-21
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2022
Copyright by:
N/A 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Business and Finance, History, Nonfiction