The Tall Cotton

Aliko Dangote built Africa’s $23B+ industrial empire—cement, oil, and Arsenal ambitions—shaping legacy through industry and sport.

Janice Bryant Howroyd built ActOne into a $890M global staffing empire and a $675M net worth, making her a pioneer in Black women’s business.

Ndamukong Suh transformed his NFL earnings into a diversified legacy—from real estate development to tech investments and financial wisdom.

Former NFL star Marques Colston turned his $40M career into a $100M private equity fund, redefining athlete wealth and ownership.

Magic Johnson turned $40M in NBA earnings into a $1.2B empire via theaters, insurance, sports teams, and urban redevelopment.

Discover how Serena Williams turned tennis greatness into a legacy- $340M net worth, venture capital, sports teams, and beauty brand.

Discover how LeBron James built a $1.2B empire through SpringHill films (Space Jam, House Party), sports stakes, and philanthropy.

Kenneth Chenault led American Express for 17 years, now chairs General Catalyst and boards like Airbnb—$750M legacy shaped by stewardship.

Cathy Hughes founded Urban One, becoming the first African American woman to chair a public media company—now worth ~$500M and powerfully rooted.

NFL legend Calvin Johnson turned retired stardom into a $45M cannabis wellness venture and community healing legacy.

Ex-NFL player Terrence Murphy built a $4B real estate empire, invested in 70+ companies, and redefined post-football wealth and legacy.

Daymond John turned FUBU into a $6B brand and $350M net worth, then scaled into investing, Shark Tank, and legacy entrepreneurship.

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