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I have zero tolerance for people who don't come completely prepared. I expect contribution, I expect attendance, and I expect directors to take trips and visit the company's programs.

Anne M. Mulcahy

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Anne M. Mulcahy
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: October 21
Businessperson
Chief Executive Officer
Rockville Centre
New York
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