Patricia Russo
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Patricia F. Russo (born June 12, 1952, in Trenton, New Jersey) is an American businessperson.[1] Russo is most widely known for having served as chief executive officer of Lucent Technologies, and its successor, Alcatel-Lucent, a large communications equipment manufacturer. As of 2020, she serves on the board of directors of General Motors, Merck & Co., and Arconic, Inc. She serves as chairwoman of the nonprofit organization, Partnership at Drugfree.org. Prior to the split of Hewlett-Packard into two companies in 2015, Russo served as lead independent director. She now serves as chairwoman of Hewlett Packard Enterprise.[2]
Patricia F. Russo | |
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Born | Patricia Fiorello[1] (1952-06-12) June 12, 1952 (age 71)[1] Trenton, New Jersey, United States[1] |
Alma mater | Georgetown University Lawrence High School[1] |
Occupation | Chairwoman of Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
Known for | CEO of Lucent Technologies, Alcatel-Lucent |
Board member of | Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Arconic |
Forbes Magazine rated Russo tenth on its List of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women in 2006.[3]