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Indra Nooyi: Former CEO of PepsiCo, who credits her background in the performing arts with helping her refine her storytelling and executive communication skills.
Michael Eisner: Former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, who earned a dual degree in English Literature and Theater from Denison University, which helped him understand interpersonal relationships and "what makes people tick".
Steve Ells: Founder of Chipotle Mexican Grill, who earned an undergraduate degree in Art History but heavily credited his creative, out-of-the-box business approach to his deep involvement in theater.

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