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“I don't really know that anybody's proven that a random collection of people doing their own thing actually creates value.”

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Steve Ballmer is a distinguished businessman recognized for his role as CEO of Microsoft from 2000 to 2014. His tenure was marked by significant growth and expansion for the company. Post-Microsoft, Ballmer has been engaged in various business ventures and investments. more

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