…administrative assistant. When Kennedy was assassinated in 1968, he decided to start a publication that would provide blacks with the pathway to go into entrepreneurship.
Black Enterprise would go on to not only be a successful magazine but also host incredible long-running conferences, a successful TV show, business empowerment seminars and outings touting the incredible power of Black business.
Graves was also known for his dedication to family, and especially to his wife Barbara Kydd Graves, who passed away in 2012. Together, they raised three sons, Earl Jr., Johnny and Michael, and were blessed with eight grandchildren.
Graves leaves behind a rich legacy of teaching African Americans the importance of financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
Rest well, Mr. Graves. We thank you.