Frank Ross (Finding Aid)

Frank Ross

1943 -

Favorite Color: Red

Favorite Food: Rice

Favorite Time of Year: Spring and Fall

Favorite Vacation Spot: Cruises

Interview Length: 122 minutes

Interview Date(s): April 25, 2001, April 21, 2001

Interview Location(s): Washington, D.C.

Abstract

Businessman Frank Ross talks about his parents' backgrounds and recalls his family history. He recounts his move from the West Indies to the United States and then explains why he was raised by an aunt and uncle. Ross remembers events from his childhood as he tells of the segregated elementary school in Yonkers, New York. He then talks of his decision in choosing which high school to attend. Businessman Frank Ross discusses how he was influenced to go to college by his brother's interest in higher education. He talks about teachers that served as role models in his academic life and then names his favorite subjects during high school. Ross recalls his childhood personality and deems himself a dreamer. Frank Ross remembers factors that played into his decision to attend Long Island University and recounts his early experiences and successes there. Businessman Frank Ross recalls the effect of the Civil Rights Movement on student life. He then discusses racial discrimination in accounting firm recruitment. Ross details his relationship with two of his mentors at KPMG. He also talks about facing racism during his professional career. Frank Ross recounts the reasons he left KPMG to start his own firm and then tells of the factors that led me back to his former employer. Finally, Ross reflects on what he learned while running his own accounting firm. Businessman Frank Ross recalls running his own accounting firm. He reflects on his career and discusses family life before reflecting on his successes and philanthropic activity. Frank Ross shares his plans for the future and considers his legacy. Businessman Frank Ross discusses founding the National Association of Black Accountants and how he gained support and momentum for the group. He then reflects on the the NABA's successes.

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