Margery Kraus, a trailblazing corporate and public affairs professional who graduated from college before finishing high school and became a mother at twenty-one, was constantly told, “You can’t do that.” But in the end, she did—she founded APCO Worldwide, a global consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC, specializing in public affairs, communication, and business consulting for major multinationals. Under her leadership, the company grew from nothing to almost $150 million in revenues. In Roots And Wings, Kraus shares the ten lessons she learned from motherhood and leadership that guided her along the way―an inspiration to all seeking to overcome obstacles, achieve career and personal success, and do the right thing.
