From blood banking to the modern subway, from jazz to social justice, the contributions of African Americans have shaped and molded and influenced our national culture and our national character.

During 2007-2008 Frist was the Frederick H. William Harrison "Bill" Frist Sr. In 2008 he became a partner in Chicago-based Cressey & Co.

William Harrison "Bill" Frist Sr. (born February 22 1952) is an American physician businessman and politician.