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You can be good at technology and like fashion and art. You can be good at technology and be a jock. You can be good at technology and be a mom. You can do it your way, on your terms.
Marissa Mayer
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Marissa Mayer
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: May 30
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Computer Scientist
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Wausau
Wisconsin
Marissa Ann Mayer
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