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Maurice R. Greenberg (American businessman, AIG)

Maurice R. Greenberg is an influential American businessman, best known for leading the American International Group (AIG), a major global insurance and finance company, for nearly four decades. He expanded AIG into one of the world's largest insurers, innovating in the insurance industry and taking it public. However, his tenure ended controversially in 2005 amid regulatory scrutiny and allegations of accounting fraud, which significantly impacted AIG. Despite this, Greenberg remains a prominent figure in finance, involved in various investments and philanthropic efforts, and continues to impact the business landscape through his ongoing work and advocacy.