Earl ‘Butch’ Graves Jr. leads BLACK ENTERPRISE in marking its 55th anniversary with a focus on amplifying Black achievement and excellence.
Graves, as CEO since 2006, guided the company's transition into a multimedia enterprise, spanning digital, auditory, and experiential platforms.
The symbiosis between BLACK ENTERPRISE and Black Excellence is a central tenet, reflecting the company's enduring editorial and business strategies.
Graves' leadership has expanded the company's influence, offering digital content, video productions, podcasts, social media engagement, and live events.