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George E. Johnson Sr., part 2

The Johnson Story continues with Mr. Johnson discussing the challenges he overcame.

07/07/2025 | Expires 07/07/2028 | Rating TV-PG

NDIGO STUDIO

George E. Johnson Sr., part 2

Season 3 Episode 2 | 26m 30sVideo has Closed Captions

The Johnson Story continues with Mr. Johnson discussing the challenges he overcame.

The Johnson Story continues with Mr. Johnson discussing the challenges he overcame to grow the business, beginning with securing a $250 loan, and how it became the first African American-owned company to trade on the American Stock Exchange. He reflects on his time as CEO of one of the largest Black-owned businesses and his role as the exclusive sponsor of the hit television show Soul Train. His m

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NDIGO STUDIO

George E. Johnson Sr., part 2

Season 3 Episode 2 | 26m 30sVideo has Closed Captions

The Johnson Story continues with Mr. Johnson discussing the challenges he overcame to grow the business, beginning with securing a $250 loan, and how it became the first African American-owned company to trade on the American Stock Exchange. He reflects on his time as CEO of one of the largest Black-owned businesses and his role as the exclusive sponsor of the hit television show Soul Train. His m

07/07/2025 | Expires 07/07/2028 | Rating TV-PG

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