How Carla Harris became one of the most powerful Black women on Wall Street

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6 min read . Updated: 26 Nov 2022, 12:49 PM IST The Wall Street Journal

Ms. Harris, 60, overcame enough hurdles over more than three decades to become one of the most senior Black women in finance.

Veteran Morgan Stanley executive Carla Harris faced a series of challenges as her career progressed. The more difficult the obstacles, the more she says she wanted to overcome them.

The Morgan Stanley executive and Walmart director overcame numerous hurdles during her career. Advisers offered guidance on good relationships and seeing the big picture.