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“I'm a black lady from the Lower East Side of New York. Not a lot intimidates me.”

Quote by Ursula Burns

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Ursula Burns is a prominent figure in the business world, born on September 20, 1958. She is an accomplished business leader and engineer, known for her significant achievements in the fields of technology and manufacturing. Throughout her career, Burns has held several CEO positions in large corporations, leading to notable commercial success. more

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