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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO after 15-year tenure

Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO after 15-year tenure

Summary

Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down on September 1 after leading the company for nearly 15 years. He will become the executive chairman, and John Ternus, Apple's head of hardware engineering, will take over as CEO.

Key Facts

  • Tim Cook became Apple’s CEO after Steve Jobs.
  • Cook led Apple for almost 15 years.
  • During his time, Apple’s market value increased by over $3.6 trillion.
  • Cook is 65 years old.
  • John Ternus will replace Cook as CEO starting September 1.
  • Cook will stay involved with Apple as executive chairman.
  • This leadership change is similar to other tech companies, such as Amazon and Netflix.
  • Apple is based in Cupertino, California.
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