Piercing the Irish Ceiling

English

ISBN: 0615575714

EAN: 9780615575711

Category: Business & Economics / General/Biography & Autobiography / General/

Publisher: R. E. Riley Associates

Release Date: 12/27/2011

Age Range: 18-UP

Synopsis: In his part memoir, part historical narrative, investment industry leader Robert E. Riley reveals his experience of climbing his way from the bottom rung at Putnam Investments-one of the largest investment firms in the country-to the top position of CEO. Relying mainly on his characteristic resolve and despite historic deep-seated prejudice against Irish Catholics in the Boston investment community, Piercing the Irish Ceiling portrays a man who is a striking example of success in the face of adversity. With wide-ranging appeal, Riley's tale will inspire anyone from any background. His is the true story of how a man, armed only with unflappable determination, challenged the status quo-and won.

Piercing the Irish Ceiling

Illustrated: No

Format: eBook - EPUB

Pages: 295