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By Anslem Samuel | Published March 29, 2011 | Full size is 335 × 480 pixels

On passing on BLACK ENTERPRISE to the next generation "I had always envisioned BE becoming one of America’s enduring institutions. I beamed with pride when I achieved a major milestone in my personal mission, enthusiastically turning over the reins of leadership to the second generation when I named my eldest son, Butch, CEO of our company. My wife, Barbara, and I have been elated and humbled by the fact that our three sons have taken an interest in the business and Butch has chosen to make our life’s work his own. I view this seamless transition as a viable model for black business."

On passing on BLACK ENTERPRISE to the next generation “I had always…

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