“I don't know anything about cars. So we're going to get back to the basics of running a business.”

About Edward Whitacre, Jr.

Business Executive • American

Edward "Ed" Whitacre Jr. is a prominent American business executive, widely recognized for his leadership roles at major corporations. He served as the chairman and CEO of AT&T Inc. from 1990 to 2007, overseeing its...

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