Self-Made Billionaire Sheila Johnson Turned ‘Bankrupt’ Town Into Virginia’s Wealthiest Historic City

Entrepreneurs are by nature accustomed to fighting headwinds and pushing through hardships. Sheila Johnson has faced more than most in her journey to the top. As the co-founder of BET, she broke racial and gender stereotypes and overcame personal and professional adversity to rise to the top of corporate America. In her third act, Johnson is continuing to hone her business acumen and pay it forward. She is the founder and CEO of the Salamander Collection, the largest black-owned luxury hotel company in the US. She’s also the only African American woman to wholly own a 5-star resort, as well as the co-owner of three sports teams, and a philanthropist. In this session, Johnson charts her path to success.

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