Kim Kardashian announced that she will be launching a private equity firm. She will be partnering up with seasoned experts in the private equity sphere, as well as her "momager" in order to embark upon her latest business venture. 

Commentary on the announcement has generally focused on the variety of business ventures that Kim K has now embarked upon. Although several pieces seem eager to imply criticism of this ever-growing portfolio, what resonates with me is the overarching longevity of a portfolio which varies from underwear to private equity and how one person can manage to have a meaningful presence in such different worlds.

I see the secret to this success lying, at least partially, in a network of personal and business connections which enables the Kim Kardashian brand to occupy niche areas of several competitive markets. She brings in the experts to build a certain product, but then utilises her own expertise and reputation to market the product to a largely untapped audience (particularly for something such as private equity). 

Taking a step back, this strength of a diverse network and business partnership shows the merit in nurturing diversity and inclusion in business and in enterprise; that the key to success does not vest in one person alone, rather in the pooled resources of a diverse network.