Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams is speaking to issues fundamentally core to the future of our democracy. A timely piece that comes at a critical moment in American history, social change leaders will be discussing (and applying) this work for years to come. Colin Groth Executive Vice President of Strategy and Development StriveTogether * This book should be required reading for every organization from local non-profits to the Fortune 500 as it reflects a reality that few wish to acknowledge - but that every modern leader should. Adriane Johnson-Williams convincingly transcends the standard practice of simply throwing acronyms and committees at the systemic issue of race equity, and instead provides a practical and useful guide for actual results. Johnson-Williams illustrates a deep and insightful understanding of organizational cultures and what it takes to shift the paradigm. Her book not only calls on us all to do better, to be better leaders, it gives us a framework for doing so. Michael S.

Garrison *Member, Spilman, Thomas, and Battle, PLLC and former President of West Virginia University Authentically bringing about transformational change requires a new mindset -- a shift in consciousness. This book not only raises profound questions, it also provides practices and exercises that equip the reader to see the world through new eyes and possibly a change of heart. A couple of vital questions that surfaced for me were: How can US capitalism truly be a benefit to humanity? Am I willing to be a leader in advancing this effort? Mary Jo Greil Carson Greil Group Dr. Johnson-Williams provides a powerful perspective on the state of capitalism in the modern era. This book raises complex and difficult questions that have been largely overlooked by academics and professionals alike. It is a must read for people interested in coming up with solutions for many of today's societal issues. FRANCOIS TRAHAN President, Trahan Macro Research.