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“I'm used to being productive, ever since I was young.”

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Robert Pozen is a distinguished figure in the fields of business, law, and academia. Born on August 8, 1946, he is an entrepreneur, lawyer, and scholar. Throughout his career, he has held senior positions in several well-known companies and has contributed to the academic world as a professor. more

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