Immigrant, Inc

Praise for Immigrant, Inc.: Why Immigrant Entrepreneurs Are Driving the New Economy (and how they will save the American worker)...well researched, wonderfully written, and a fun, fast read. Like The Millionaire Next Door (by Stanley & Danko), Robert Smith and Richard Herman wowed readers with stories of extraordinary people doing extraordinary things, and in the process, they are also creating a more diverse, vibrant and colorful America. A page turner--I couldn't put it down.--Loung Ung, author of First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers and Lucky ChildWe've all heard of the entrepreneurial power of modern-day immigrants to America. But this book goes further.--Neal Peirce, Columnist, The Washington Post, nationally syndicated writerA passionate, persuasive case for immigration as a crucial investment in our country's future. This book is a timely call for clear thinking and positive action.--Charles Michener, author and former Senior Editor at The New Yorker and NewsweekUnfortunately, with the economic downturn, xenophobia is building and political clouds of nativism are swirling in Washington, DC. This book couldn't have come at a more timely moment. I hope that all policymakers read this.--Vivek Wadhwa, columnist, BusinessWeek, researcher, Harvard Law School and Duke University, former high-tech entrepreneurA rare and insightful look into the culture of immigrant entrepreneurship. Written with love, sensitivity, and the promise of what immigrants contribute to our great American society.--Alex Machaskee, former publisher and CEO, The Plain Dealer, Chairman of International Orthodox Christian CharitiesLet's hope this book's captivating stories and meaningful insights move policymakers to re-light Lady Liberty's beacon.--Baiju R. Shah, President & CEO, BioEnterpriseThis is a fascinating chronicle of what can be one of the most powerful economic development forces in our country in the coming years.--Alan R. Schonberg, founder, Management Recruiters InternationalRequired reading for all policymakers and practitioners working to help America keep its competitive edge in the 21st century.--John Austin, Fellow, The Brookings Institution, Director, Great Lakes Economic InitiativeThe authors' passion comes through in this fantastic book that points to the power and importance of intercultural partnerships in a global economy.--Connie Atkins, Executive Director, Consortium of African American OrganizationsA real eye-opener.--Jan T. Vilcek, MD, Professor, NYU School of Medicine and President, The Vilcek Foundation