Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs
Unlock the principles that drive the remarkable success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs from around the world

In Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity From Immigrant Entrepreneurs, academic, entrepreneur, and consultant, Neri Karra Sillaman, delivers a one-of-a-kind exploration of the remarkable success of immigrant entrepreneurs. The author writes about how immigrants, often starting with limited capital and connections, have built iconic and enduring businesses. Sillaman combines rigorous academic research with compelling case studies and personal experience and narrative to uncover the principles that drive these stunning achievements.

Pioneers offers a blueprint for business leaders seeking longevity, profitability, and sustainability in the contemporary marketplace. You'll find:

  • Strategies for building resilient businesses that embrace diversity and inclusion
  • Explanations of the power of community and how you can leverage it for business growth
  • Stories of the importance of creating a legacy that goes beyond mere profit
  • Techniques and actionable advice to turn past failures into future success

Exploring the dramatic immigrant success stories powering such well-known brands as Chobani, WhatsApp, and BioNTech, this book is a must-read for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone else interested in the dynamics of immigrant entrepreneurship. Pioneers is a transformative and inspiring business guide that will help you build a company that stands the test of time.

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Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs
Unlock the principles that drive the remarkable success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs from around the world

In Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity From Immigrant Entrepreneurs, academic, entrepreneur, and consultant, Neri Karra Sillaman, delivers a one-of-a-kind exploration of the remarkable success of immigrant entrepreneurs. The author writes about how immigrants, often starting with limited capital and connections, have built iconic and enduring businesses. Sillaman combines rigorous academic research with compelling case studies and personal experience and narrative to uncover the principles that drive these stunning achievements.

Pioneers offers a blueprint for business leaders seeking longevity, profitability, and sustainability in the contemporary marketplace. You'll find:

  • Strategies for building resilient businesses that embrace diversity and inclusion
  • Explanations of the power of community and how you can leverage it for business growth
  • Stories of the importance of creating a legacy that goes beyond mere profit
  • Techniques and actionable advice to turn past failures into future success

Exploring the dramatic immigrant success stories powering such well-known brands as Chobani, WhatsApp, and BioNTech, this book is a must-read for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone else interested in the dynamics of immigrant entrepreneurship. Pioneers is a transformative and inspiring business guide that will help you build a company that stands the test of time.

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Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs

Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs

by Neri Karra Sillaman
Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs

Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs

by Neri Karra Sillaman

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Unlock the principles that drive the remarkable success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs from around the world

In Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity From Immigrant Entrepreneurs, academic, entrepreneur, and consultant, Neri Karra Sillaman, delivers a one-of-a-kind exploration of the remarkable success of immigrant entrepreneurs. The author writes about how immigrants, often starting with limited capital and connections, have built iconic and enduring businesses. Sillaman combines rigorous academic research with compelling case studies and personal experience and narrative to uncover the principles that drive these stunning achievements.

Pioneers offers a blueprint for business leaders seeking longevity, profitability, and sustainability in the contemporary marketplace. You'll find:

  • Strategies for building resilient businesses that embrace diversity and inclusion
  • Explanations of the power of community and how you can leverage it for business growth
  • Stories of the importance of creating a legacy that goes beyond mere profit
  • Techniques and actionable advice to turn past failures into future success

Exploring the dramatic immigrant success stories powering such well-known brands as Chobani, WhatsApp, and BioNTech, this book is a must-read for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone else interested in the dynamics of immigrant entrepreneurship. Pioneers is a transformative and inspiring business guide that will help you build a company that stands the test of time.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781394304059
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 05/06/2025
Pages: 256
Product dimensions: 6.20(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

NERI KARRA SILLAMAN, PHD, is a business consultant, public speaker, and academic specializing in entrepreneurship and business strategy. She is also a former refugee, immigrant entrepreneur, and founder of a multimillion-dollar global fashion brand. Karra Sillaman currently serves as an Adjunct Professor and Entrepreneurship Expert at the University of Oxford, where she mentors the next generation of business leaders.

Table of Contents

Preface: Entrepreneurs Will Change Your Life xi

Part I Departure 1

Chapter 1 The Myths and Reality of Business Longevity 3

Chapter 2 Immigrant Entrepreneurship and the American Dream 21

Chapter 3 Who Are Immigrant Entrepreneurs? 35

Part II Exploration: The 8 Principles 51

Chapter 4 Principle 1: Be a Bridge Across Cultures 53

Chapter 5 Principle 2: Build from the Past Forward and the Future Back 75

Chapter 6 Principle 3: Forge Connections Based on Identity and Authenticity 97

Chapter 7 Principle 4: Generate Profit the Right Way 117

Chapter 8 Principle 5: Build Community 133

Chapter 9 Principle 6: Reframe Rejection 151

Chapter 10 Principle 7: “Fry in Your Own Oil” 169

Chapter 11 Principle 8: Dare to Play Your Hand 185

Conclusion: Our Future, Together as One 201

Notes 209

Acknowledgments 223

About the Author 227

Index 229

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