Earl G. Graves Sr.

American entrepreneur

Died when: 85 years 88 days (1022 months)
Star Sign: Capricorn

 

Earl Gilbert Graves Sr. (January 9, 1935 – April 6, 2020) was an American entrepreneur, publisher, businessman, philanthropist, and advocate of African-American businesses.A graduate of Morgan State University, he was the founder of Black Enterprise magazine and chairman of the media company Earl G.

Graves, Ltd.He was the director for Aetna and Executive Board member of the Boy Scouts of America.He was the father of Earl G.

Graves Jr.

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