The Rising Influence of Rising Affluence

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From a WSJ article on succession issues at MMM

Mr. Thulin, a 58-year-old native of Malmo, Sweden, joined 3M in 1979 and ran international operations before becoming operating chief last year. In talks with investors and analysts, he has shown no sign of differing from Mr. Buckley's strategy of seeking faster growth through acquisitions, more product introductions and a focus on fast-growing markets like China and India.