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“Sell to their needs-not from yours.”

Quote by Earl G. Graves, Sr.

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Earl G. Graves, Sr.

Earl G. Graves, Sr. is a distinguished entrepreneur, born on January 9, 1935. He has made significant achievements in the media and publishing industries, co-founding 'Black Enterprise' magazine, which provides business and financial information for African Americans. more

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