Cheryl McKissack Daniel Featured in Forbes on Black Entrepreneurship Legacy

We are thrilled to announce that Cheryl McKissack Daniel, President & CEO of McKissack & McKissack, was featured in Forbes in an article titled “Cheryl McKissack Builds on a Black Entrepreneurship Legacy”.

This feature places Cheryl among today’s most influential leaders celebrated by Forbes, underscoring her role in carrying forward a 200-year family legacy in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Why the Forbes Feature Matters

Forbes is one of the world’s most trusted business publications, known for recognizing leaders who shape industries and redefine success. Cheryl’s inclusion is both an honor and a milestone—highlighting her leadership at the helm of McKissack & McKissack, the nation’s oldest minority- and woman-owned design and construction firm.

The article emphasizes Cheryl’s trailblazing leadership and her firm’s impact on landmark projects such as the redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport, JFK Terminal One, and Lincoln Financial Field. Just as importantly, it underscores her advocacy for equity, diversity, and mentorship in an industry where representation is long overdue.

Key Themes from the Forbes Article

Generational Legacy: The McKissacks have been builders for over two centuries, beginning with Moses McKissack in the 1790s.
Entrepreneurial Resilience: Cheryl continues this legacy, overseeing more than $50 billion in transformative infrastructure projects.
Equity & Representation: She is a powerful advocate for diversity in the architecture, engineering, and construction fields.
Leadership with Purpose: Cheryl blends professional excellence with a mission to inspire and uplift future generations.

A Legacy Recognized Globally

This Forbes recognition reinforces Cheryl McKissack Daniel’s position as not only a leading CEO in the construction industry but also as a voice for generational entrepreneurship, equity, and progress. Her feature represents a broader acknowledgment of Black excellence and the vital role of minority-owned businesses in shaping America’s infrastructure.