Dr. Cheryl McKissack Daniel recently joined Sheena Wright and David Banks on The Beacon & Blueprint Podcast for a conversation about family, leadership, resilience, and the remarkable legacy behind The Black Family Who Built America.

During the episode, Cheryl reflects on the McKissack family’s journey across five generations—from the building skills developed by her ancestors during enslavement to the growth of McKissack & McKissack into one of the nation’s leading Black-owned design and construction firms.

The conversation also explores what it takes to preserve a family legacy, create opportunities for future generations, and ensure that the contributions of Black builders and entrepreneurs are recognized as an essential part of American history.

Watch the full conversation below.