This I Know: Principles for a Life of Faith and Optimism

A life of faith. A journey through adversity. A call to live with courage.

From the streets of the South Bronx to the boardrooms of Fortune 100 companies, Anthony P. Carter’s extraordinary life is a testament to the power of faith, friendship, and purpose. As a Black Catholic leader shaped by a Jesuit education, Carter has faced the hard truths about race and identity in America, all while staying rooted in an unshakable devotion to God.

Carter blends moving personal stories with spiritual insights and corporate wisdom, offering readers a rare perspective on what it means to lead with dignity and compassion. With a powerful foreword by the author’s lifelong friend Denzel Washington, this book is a bold and unflinching guide to living with meaning, resilience, and joy.

Whether you are a person of faith seeking affirmation, a student searching for your place in the world, or an ally determined to understand and uplift others, Carter’s story meets you with honesty, inspiration, and the courage to believe in what is possible.

ANTHONY P. CARTER is a retired corporate executive, award-winning diversity strategist, and lifelong Catholic. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he continues to mentor, volunteer, and share stories that uplift and unite.