Boosting Minority Businesses & Enterprises

“Jim Lowry has lived one of the most interesting lives of any person I know. He's traveled the world. He's consulted with heads of state and heads of the largest companies in the world. He's been a pioneer and a catalyst for major changes in massive organizations. He has been a friend and mentor to me and many others. His story is inspiring. His insights have been developed through years of illuminating study and work. I've known him for 20 years, but what I knew about him only scratched the surface of the life full of amazing stories contained in this book. I'm excited for the world to know more about this dynamic man I love and respect.”

“If there is a book that should be on your 2020 reading list, it must be Change Agent: A Life Dedicated to Creating Wealth for Minorities, written by one of the most profound and knowledgeable black business experts and advisors on black wealth that I know, James Lowry. I am proud to say that long before he wrote this information-filled and intellectually-grounded book, James has been a friend and advisor to me throughout my business career. I credit him with a lot that my companies, over the years, have accomplished, and I invite anyone—whether you are an entrepreneur, CEO or just a person seeking smart business ideas, to read Change Agent.”

“With his lifelong efforts to promote and increase investment in minority communities, Jim Lowry has been a pioneer and trailblazer for African Americans. Thanks to Jim, today many corporations across a wide range of industries are more accountable and engaged in efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.”

“I was so pleased to learn more about the man I have known and admired for my entire life. As a Chicagoan, his insights and reflections on our city resonate for all of us, shed light on our city and its history and provide lessons on where we are today.”

“A must read for African American success in the 21st century and beyond. With an analytical, historical lens and his years of training as a management consultant, James Lowry adeptly outlines what is needed and what has not worked and why. As the late Ossie Davis said, “It is the plan, not the man.” Strategically coming together as a community with a business mindset is what will take the African American community forward.”

Jim generously shares his life lessons honed as not only a trailblazing corporate pioneer and leader but as an African-American on the bleeding edge of change. His nearly 50-year track record is a blueprint for those looking to become change agents that transform business as usual.

“Change Agent — A Life Dedicated to Creating Wealth for Minorities is indeed the 21st Century’s North Star for Black America. His chronicle of his personal and professional life experiences allows his words to clearly amplify what needs to be done to ensure Black economic success in the fourth industrial revolution of the Gig Economy. Truly, a Must Read!”

“Too often in our lives, we become burdened by limitations imposed by ourselves. This book shows you how to take control of your own financial destiny and prosper with confidence. Jim Lowry has been a champion for wealth creation within the minority community for years. I am so happy that he is sharing his passion for all of us to benefit from.”

“Change Agent – A Life Dedicated to Creating Wealth for Minorities is destined to become an iconic business book because Jim Lowry is a business icon. The book acknowledges the laudable progress we have made in the minority business community and is also a call to action for the important work that remains to be done. Thank you, Jim, for sparking much-needed dialogue and much-needed action at a much-needed time!”

“I was blown away by the extraordinary story of how a young man from Chicago with a passion for economic development became a civic leader, an entrepreneur, a trusted advisor to corporate titans and political leaders and a business legend who mentored hundreds of business leaders and helped to design, and develop programs that drove well over $5 Billion of revenue to black and minority business enterprises.”

“Jim Lowry is a pioneer and visionary. In this timely book he chronicles how the gains made in the Civil Rights Movement need equivalent progress in economic inclusion so that America can achieve its full potential as a nation.”