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.
Table of Contents
Preface vii
Introduction xi
Chapter 1 History of Black Entrepreneurship 1
Chapter 2 Importance of Black Entrepreneurs 37
Chapter 3 Black Start-Up Entrepreneurs 43
Chapter 4 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisitions 75
Chapter 5 Entrepreneurship Through Franchising 125
Chapter 6 Access to Capital for Black Entrepreneurs 157
Chapter 7 Black Turnaround Entrepreneurs 203
Chapter 8 Entrepreneurial Exits: Selling the Company 235
Chapter 9 Black Intrapreneurs 285
Epilogue 311
Appendix 313
Acknowledgments 317
About the Author 321
Index 323
