Rise

<p>Gary Wright looks back at growing up in an East Texas town and his ascent to business success as a black man in this autobiography.<br />He describes how he and his two brothers often explored the land his great grandparents purchased in the late 1800s and early 1900s for less than a dollar an acre - to growing up in a household where his parents seemed to have verbal altercations.<br />In looking back at his life he shares powerful lessons such as:<br />• Oftentimes you think things are not so great in your own life until you witness what others go through.<br />• Revisiting childhood memories can set your trajectory for your future.<br />• Find and spend time doing the things that you love with people you love.</p><p>He also shares some wisdom from his dad who even with his shortcomings taught him about life as a black man and marriage. Eventually he witnessed his dad mature and embrace his mother with more love and kindness before her sudden death in 1999.</p><p>Join the author as he reaches back as far back as he can remember to share lessons on how to build a successful life.</p>