Madam CJ Walker
Born Sarah Breedlove, Madame C.J. Walker became the first female African-American millionaire by inventing a line of cosmetics and hair products aimed at black consumers in the first decades of the 20th century. Walker pioneered the use of female sales agents, who traveled door to door across the U.S. and Caribbean selling her products. (information from thoughtco.com)
Madam C.J. Walker’s remarkable career helps tell the story of early black entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Born to former slaves, through her own vision and hard work, she provided education and employment for black women. Walker became a millionaire and was an inspiring role model for several generations. 
