Johnson Security Bureau: A Third-Generation Family Business

One of the oldest Black-owned security firms in the United States, Johnson Security Bureau, provided mainly unarmed guards to New York banks, public works, and hospitals. The company’s status as a woman-owned, minority-owned firm had been crucial to its competitive strategy since CEO Jessica Johnson-Cope took over the firm from her father.

In order to grow the family business, however, Johnson-Cope considered partnering with security firms in other states, something that threatened to put some of the company’s founding priorities on the back burner. She also considered expanding the business into cybersecurity. BRIAN KENNY: Here’s a fun fact. Did you know that with 2.1 million employees, Walmart employs more people than the Chinese Liberation Army, which makes it hard to believe that in July of 1962, when Sam and Helen Walden opened their very first store, it was just another mom-and-pop operation. The vast majority of family-owned businesses never reach the incredible heights of Walmart or Ford or Mars, but together, these 5.5 million companies represent 64% of the US GDP and provide 62% of the nation’s jobs. And what’s even more remarkable is that only about 30% of these companies transition to the second generation and a mere 3% to the third generation. Managing family dynamics can be challenging all on its own. Throw a business into the mix and things can get really complicated.Henry McGee studies the governance of nonprofit organizations, especially those in the arts. He is the former CEO of HBO Home Entertainment, and he is a third time repeat customer here onBRIAN KENNY: Actually, this is your fourth. I went back and looked at the episodes. This is your fourth. We’re like Saturday Night Live, when you get to the fifth, you get a special jacket.BRIAN KENNY: Okay. And JESSICA JOHNSON-COPE is the president and CEO of Johnson Security Bureau. One of the rare family-owned businesses that has passed through three generations. She is the protagonist in our cas

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Navigating Family Business: Johnson Security BureauThis article explores the challenges and triumphs of running a family-owned business, using Johnson Security Bureau as a case study. CEO Jessica Johnson-Cope discusses the company's history, its commitment to diversity, and the difficult decisions she faces as she seeks to grow the business while preserving its core values.
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Navigating Family Business: A Look at Johnson Security BureauThis piece explores the challenges and triumphs of maintaining a family-owned business over multiple generations. It focuses on Jessica Johnson-Cope, CEO of Johnson Security Bureau, and her efforts to balance the company's legacy with its future growth.
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Navigating Family Business Legacy: The Johnson Security Bureau's StoryThis piece explores the challenges and triumphs of leading a family-owned business through multiple generations. Focusing on Johnson Security Bureau, the narrative examines CEO Jessica Johnson-Cope's journey as she balances the company's long-standing priorities with the need for growth and expansion. The story also delves into the broader context of family businesses, highlighting their significant contribution to the US economy while acknowledging the difficulties they face in succession planning.
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Balancing Legacy and Growth: A Third-Generation Family BusinessThis article explores the challenges and rewards of running a family-owned business, focusing on Jessica Johnson-Cope, CEO of Johnson Security Bureau, a third-generation Black-owned security firm. Johnson-Cope navigates the complexities of preserving the company's founding values while seeking growth opportunities.
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