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#124: THE UNIGNORABLE SERIES: Ursula Burns - The Original Copy: The CEO Who Rewrote Xerox
Episode 1249th April 2025 • Permission to CEO • Abu Fofanah
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This episode delves into the extraordinary life and career of Ursula Burns, the first black woman to become the CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Starting from humble beginnings in the New York housing projects, Burns defied numerous odds and societal expectations to rise to the top of Xerox.

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00:00 Introduction: The Forgotten Photocopier

00:33 Meet Ursula Burns: A Trailblazer's Journey

01:30 Personal Encounter: Inspiration from Ursula

04:49 Early Life: Overcoming Adversity

05:40 Mother's Influence: Lessons from Olga Burns

08:28 Educational Path: From High School to Engineering

16:34 Career Beginnings: Intern to Engineer at Xerox

18:49 Rising Through the Ranks: Challenges and Triumphs

25:03 CEO of Xerox: Transforming a Legacy

33:12 Leadership Lessons: Insights from Ursula's Playbook

35:49 Conclusion: Reflecting on Ursula's Impact

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