Benaree Wiley, African Americans, women, HBS graduate (class of 1972), was named CEO and president in 1991, the Partnership, Boston nonprofit is developing leadership potential in professional colors and increase their representation in the field of business and institutions. The organization suffers from a lack of unity among the board, clear mission, and financial problems, including the debt of over $ 100,000. Starting with only an administrative assistant, Wiley built the organization from the ground up, using its ability to design and develop relationships as a basis for growth. In December 2004, Wiley announced his impending retirement, leaving the organization with the strategic task of moving its programs and services to a level greater impact (outside Boston community), without the guidance of its heralded CEO. "Hide
by Laura Morgan Roberts, Victoria W. Winston Source: Harvard Business School 18 pages. Publication Date: October 24, 2005. Prod. #: 406012-PDF-ENG
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