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They call me the boomerang: Former Disney honcho who runs Herbalife

Michael O. Johnson knows something about happy accidents, Hollywood celebrities and being CEO for the third time

Mr Michael O. Johnson is chairman and chief executive of Herbalife. ST PHOTO: SHINTARO TAY
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Ever heard of a corporate executive returning to run a company not once, but twice?

At Disney, Mr Bob Iger recently returned as chief executive in a much-headlined move that was seen as an attempt by its board to restore the vigour and fortunes of the much-loved entertainment company that created Mickey Mouse.

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