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“When I think back to 2005, the fast growth markets - what we call the fast growth markets - were probably ten percent of our business. They are now 31 percent.”

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Martin Sorrell, born on February 14, 1945, is an outstanding businessman with over 40 years of experience in the global advertising and marketing industry. He served as the CEO of WPP, one of the world's largest advertising and communications groups. Sorrell is renowned for his exceptional business acumen and leadership, driving the rapid growth and international expansion of WPP. more

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