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“I do think a key to success in any walk of life is having a short memory and a thick skin - I know it has served me well over the years.”

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Aubrey McClendon
Aubrey McClendon

Aubrey McClendon was an American executive renowned for his role in the natural gas industry. He co-founded Chesapeake Energy, one of the largest natural gas producers in the U.S., and served as its CEO. McClendon's career was characterized by significant achievements in the energy sector, including the expansion of Chesapeake's natural gas reserves and the development of unconventional drilling techniques. He passed away on March 2, 2016. more

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