A Blessing: Women of Color Teaming Up to Lead, Empower and Thrive

“As a Black female CEO, I have often been called a unicorn in the board rooms and corporate offices which I frequent. I have always known that Black women are special…But I have never heard them referred to as Blessings – until now. The moment I realized that a group of unicorns is called a blessing, I thought how perfect and powerful a title it is: A Blessing: Women of Color Teaming Up to Lead, Empower and Thrive.

------ Debra L. Lee, Chairman and CEO Emeritus, BET Networks, Board Member of Marriott Int’l, Burberry Group PLC and AT&T Inc., and Chair, Leading Women Defined Foundation

 “Being invited to the table is not the same as being welcomed at the table, being valued, like you belong is what women of color continue to aspire to in the workplace. ‘A Blessing’ compels women of color across all generations to action and draws upon the extensive research and personal experiences of Bonita and Jackie. You will benefit greatly from reading it and putting its wisdom into practice.”

--Melonie Parker, Chief Diversity Officer, Google

“We all know the old adage, ‘two heads are better than one.’ Well, what if the wisdom and experience of two successful black business women were supplemented, multiplied and shared many times over? It could change our world. That is the empowering vision of Bonita C. Stewart and Jacqueline Adams in this gift of a book.

‘A Blessing’ blends scholarly research, personal histories and mother wit to point the way to a flourishing future for women of color in corporate America. Stewart and Adams found that success is rarely a solitary endeavor, but best accomplished with teamwork: learning from and helping others. ‘A Blessing’ was written for women of color, but its inspiring message can lift us all.”

--Bill Whitaker, Correspondent, CBS News 60 Minutes

"The authors have done their homework. They surveyed women of color in business across the generations to show us the path forward -- how we can team up, serve each other and change the world."

--Linda A. Hill, Professor of Business Administration, Faculty Chair, Leadership Initiative, Harvard Business School

"Bonita Stewart and Jackie Adams have written a timely and insightful book that will undoubtedly improve and expand opportunities for all, but especially for women of color. They leverage their first-hand experience in breaking barriers to better equip corporate recruiters and candidates alike to ensure the C-suites and halls of political power reflect the fullest range of diverse leaders. Their original research offers a fresh new look at how American competitiveness depends on the robust inclusion of women of color. This book is a thoughtful reminder of how we must consistently focus on empowering the next generation of leaders and creating spaces that recognize the unique and valuable perspective that diverse women bring to private industry, public service, and every other sphere of endeavor."

-- Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick, President, Howard University

“Stewart’s and Adams’ insights are a blueprint for surrounding yourself with success by embracing the enormous power of the blessing to prosper and create an atmosphere of abundance, influence and well-being.”

-- Gina Stikes, VP Corporate Communications, Quibi

“It is indeed a Blessing to have Bonita and Jackie share their stories that serve as beacons to women of color.”

 --Ann M. Fudge, Former Chairman & CEO, Young & Rubicam Brands

“A long overdue playbook for team work among women of color by two savvy HBS alums who have shattered the glass ceiling.”

--Henry McGee, Senior Lecturer, Harvard Business School and Retired President of HBO Home Entertainment

Bonita Stewart and Jacqueline Adams have answered the call to Black Women everywhere to team up and use our special skills, strengths and experiences to take our seat at the table. The knowledge and research in this book provide the blueprint for personal and professional growth designed to create change and success for generations of “Blessings” to come.

--Cheryl Mayberry McKissack, President and Co-Owner, Black Opal and Fashion Fair Cosmetics

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