Dow Chemical CEO Talks Strategy

The Wall Street Journal speaks with Andrew Liveris, CEO of Dow Chemical about his management strategy and view for the future. He also discusses how his optimism is key to his success and how he uses that optimism to set the tone for the rest of the company.

Sep 11, 2013

The Wall Street Journal speaks with Andrew Liveris, CEO of Dow Chemical about his management strategy and view for the future. He also discusses how his optimism is key to his success and how he uses that optimism to set the tone for the rest of the company.

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