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The Maximalist After 30 years at Estée Lauder, the former group president made an unexpected pivot. Now he’s back – with a new job, the support of his friends and a book that explores his singular style and philosophy on life. It’s a clear morning, and the sky over Manhattan wears the same blue as

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