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“My biggest fear is that we [Unilever company] at one point in time will not be able to attract the best and brightest [workers]. I don't worry so much about the business, the strategy. If we can continue to attract the best, I know they will ultimately figure out how to run the company in a very tough environment.”

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Paul Polman, born on July 11, 1956, is a distinguished business leader from the Netherlands. He served as the CEO of Unilever, where he led the company's sustainable development strategy, making it a global model for sustainability. Polman is renowned for his commitment to social responsibility and environmental protection. more

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