A Living Legacy: Jesse C. Swanigan, Last Living Founding Member of 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

In this episode of Prepare For Takeoff, host Terry L. Cyrus sits down with Jesse C. Swanigan, the Last Living Founder of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Jesse shares how he left his small hometown of Cairo, Illinois after high school and moved to St. Louis to find work and save money to pay for college. That decision laid the foundation for his academic success, including earning his MBA and a distinguished career as a Retired Corporate Auditor at The Boeing Company and Senior Adjunct Professor at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. He also reflects on his enduring leadership with 100 Black Men of America, Inc., where he is currently a member of the national Board of Directors and the holds the title Treasurer Emeritus. His story shows that sacrifice and determination can open doors, build momentum and help you Prepare For Takeoff.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Jesse Swanigan and His Background00:43 - Growing Up in Segregation02:19 - Transitioning to St. Louis and College Life05:33 - Navigating Higher Education Challenges06:38 - Career Path and Achievements at McDonnell Douglas14:34 - Founding 100 Black Men of America17:57 - A Legacy of Leadership and Mentorship19:21 - Transitioning from Corporate to Academia22:17 - Staying Active and Engaged in Aging23:43 - Advice for Healthy Living and Stress Management26:12 - The Role of Faith in Personal Growth27:40 - Inspiring Future Generations28:30 - The Importance of Sharing Knowledge28:39 - NEW CHAPTER31:10 - Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations and Projects34:52 - Prepare For Takeoff ClosingThe future of business is yours to shape. Sign up for a free Shopify trial by clicking our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shopify.pxf.io/55LGnj⁠⁠.Start recording like a pro with Riverside, click our Prepare For Takeoff affiliate link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://riverside.sjv.io/jeVZYP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started.