George E. Johnson, founder of pioneering Black hair products company, dies at age 99
George E. Johnson, the founder of Johnson Products Company and pioneer in the Black hair care industry, passed away at age 99. His company became a market leader with nearly 80% share by 1960 and was listed on the American Stock Exchange in 1971 as one of the first Black-owned publicly traded companies.
Topics: Black business civil rights era entrepreneurship hair care industry