re: Who is Rex Tillerson and why should I be excited about this pick?

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Tillerson joined The Exxon Company in 1975 as a production engineer.[10]

In 1989, Tillerson became general manager of the central production division of Exxon USA.[10]

In 1995, he became president of Exxon Yemen Inc. and Esso Exploration and Production Khorat Inc.[10]

In 1998, he became a vice president of Exxon Ventures (CIS) and president of Exxon Neftegas Limited with responsibility for Exxon's holdings in Russia and the Caspian Sea. In 1999, with the merger of Exxon and Mobil, he was named Executive Vice President of ExxonMobil Development Company. [10]

In 2004, he became president and director of Exxon Mobil.[10]

On January 1, 2006, Tillerson was elected chairman and chief executive officer (CEO), following the retirement of Lee Raymond.[10]

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That sounds appealing on some levels.

Also, he hates sanctions because of who they really effect (hint, consumers) . Also, he knows Russia, and doesn't want war and conflict with them. That is a positive change from the last 50 years.

I like the pick, but I'm bo expert.