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“Lots of people will give you advice... and depending upon how well they know you, the advice might be valid or not so valid.”

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Abigail Johnson

Abigail Johnson is an accomplished businesswoman, born in December 1961. She is renowned for her leadership in the financial services sector, particularly within her family's company, Fidelity Investments. more

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