It's amazing  how quickly you kick to touch the idea that private sector always doubt black capability. It's the harsh reality of genuine black business people live through. You must always start small is typical answer. The reality is that private sector work rearly never gets advertised in newspapers,etc but based on invitation of the old white boys club. It may uncomfortable truth to hear. I bet you if the lady was still working for her old boss, they would have continued with the deal.