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Quote by Jeff Raikes

“Even bad results teach you something, and you can learn your lessons and get better.”

Quote by Jeff Raikes

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Jeff Raikes is an accomplished business leader, born on May 29, 1958. He held several key positions at Microsoft, including CEO, and after leaving the company, he co-founded the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, dedicated to global health and education initiatives. more

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