Apple has appointed John Ternus as its new CEO following Tim Cook’s decision to step down. Cook, who took over as CEO in 2011 when Steve Jobs resigned due to health reasons, will continue as executive chair at the company. Expressing his gratitude, Cook stated, “It has been the greatest privilege of my life to lead such an extraordinary company like Apple. I am thankful for the opportunity to work with a team of brilliant, innovative, and dedicated individuals who are committed to enhancing customer experiences and delivering top-notch products and services.”
The 65-year-old Cook will collaborate with Ternus during the transition period and will also engage in certain company aspects, including interactions with policymakers globally. The Board of Directors unanimously approved the leadership change. Ternus, previously the senior vice president of Hardware Engineering at Apple, remarked, “I am deeply appreciative of the chance to further Apple’s mission. Having spent the majority of my career at Apple, working under Steve Jobs and being mentored by Tim Cook, I feel privileged to have contributed to shaping products and experiences that have revolutionized how we engage with the world and each other.”
Ternus expressed optimism about the future and praised the talented individuals at Apple, emphasizing the collective goal of achieving greatness. He humbly accepted his new role, pledging to uphold the values and vision that have defined Apple for decades.