A first-person account of a family of Black women who created
a multi-generational family business that has thrived and expanded
for close to five decades
LOS
ANGELES, July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrated
entrepreneur and business owner Kerri Harper-Howie announced
today the publication of her new book THE FAMILY SECRET: The
Business and Franchise Owner's Guide to Building Generational
Wealth. The book details Harper-Howie's unexpected and
life-changing career transition from lawyer to franchise owner,
following in the wake of her mother Patricia Williams' pioneering legacy as a
McDonald's franchise owner in Los
Angeles.
"I assumed I would retire after a long career as an employment
attorney, never anticipating that in 2012 I would leave my
full-time employment law practice behind and join my family's
franchising business," said Harper-Howie. "The mindset shift,
economic downsizing and skillset deficit I encountered during this
career transition were massive. Yet indisputably, it has been the
most rewarding experience I have ever had. I wrote this book to
share my family's story and what we have learned over the decades,
in hopes that our story can inspire people to build a brighter
future for themselves and generations to come."
The Family Secret explores the complexities
introduced into the work environment by family dynamics and how to
use them to build a stronger foundation – both business and
personal, the basic steps for what is needed to set up any business
properly, and the difficult and necessary considerations and
possible pitfalls when transitioning a family business from one
generation to the next. The Family Secret reveals Kerri and
her family's pathway to achieving generational success that others
can follow and replicate, including the emotional, practical, and
logistical requirements for building the foundations of cooperation
and communication that can turn any business into a family
business. It also explores the advantages and pitfalls of joining
and expanding an existing family business – and what you need to
consider and how best to leverage the strengths and weaknesses of
those around you.
Advance praise for the book includes:
"The Family Secret is a must-read
for anyone - family business leaders, small business
owners, franchisees, or someone who simply wants to read an
inspiring story filled with practical business advice." –
Emma Sharif, Mayor of the
City of Compton, CA
"The next great step for women and Black people
in the United States is the leap
from being objects in our economy to being subjects in control of
it. Kerri, along with her family, have made that step. Her personal
testimony and practical advice provide a roadmap for
multi-generational family businesses. I loved all of it." –
Rukaiyah Adams, Chief Executive
Officer of the 1803 Fund
"A wonderful family history and guidebook on how
to work together, grow together, support each other, and leave a
living legacy for future generations. I'm now focused on
identifying my own "thrive factors" and thinking about what type of
legacy I want to leave for my son. Thank you for sharing your
unique story, expertise, and guidance to readers. I'm certain it
will inspire many generations to come." - Dr. Tana M. Session, TMS Business Solutions
The Family Secret is the inspiring story of a family
of Black women who succeeded against all odds, interwoven with
invaluable business acumen and insight. Read it to be inspired and
finish it feeling empowered to take your business to the next level
for generations to come! The book is available for purchase
now at Amazon and on other sites.
ABOUT KERRI HARPER-HOWIE:
Kerri Harper-Howie is an
entrepreneur, lawyer, author and public speaker with extensive
experience owning and operating successful businesses, representing
clients in all stages of employment litigation, publishing and
public speaking. In partnership with her sister, Kerri owns 21
McDonald's franchises in one of the most challenging business
environments in the United States.
Kerri combines her legal expertise with practical business acumen,
offering a unique perspective on workplace issues, business
operations, succession planning and fostering family-like
workplaces. Her career is marked by legal victories, innovative
business strategies, and a commitment to establishing and
maintaining equitable and efficient workplace environments. Kerri's
leadership and dedication to excellence have established her as a
thought leader in the business community, where she continues to
advocate for best practices, sustainable growth, and fair treatment
of everyone. For more information, please visit
www.KerriHarperHowie.com
Contact:
April Roberts
april@iwprgroup.com
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