George E. Johnson, founder of Johnson Products and early “Soul Train” sponsor, dies at 99. Explore his business legacy on ...

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George E. Johnson's products were famously advertised on the hit music show "Soul Train." Here's more on his legacy.

In a world where business moguls and millionaires often take great pleasure in flaunting their wealth and power, George E. Johnson, early on, decided to assume the role of a compassionate coach.

George Johnson's memoir is about a visionary—a tenacious risktaker who never entertained the thought of failure and inspired a new generation of leaders. George E. Johnson’s journey reveals a powerful ...

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In 1954, Chicagoan George E. Johnson took out a loan for a couple hundred dollars and turned into the first Black-owned company to be listed on the American Stock Exchange. As the founder of Johnson ...

In 1954, Chicagoan George E. Johnson took out a loan for a couple hundred dollars and turned into the first Black-owned company to be listed on the American Stock Exchange. As the founder of Johnson ...