Tim Cook, former CEO of Apple

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Tim Cook was Apple's CEO from 2011 to 2026. John Ternus took over the role. Tim is now Executive Chairman of Apple. CEO from August 2011 to September 2026.

Tim Cook profile

TCTim Cook
Tim Cook
Former Chief Executive Officer, Apple
Now Executive Chairman, Apple
Cupertino, California · CEO from August 2011 to September 2026

Tim Cook was Apple's chief executive officer from August 2011 to September 2026, having previously served as chief operating officer. He led Apple's global operations, product strategy and services expansion for fifteen years. On September 1, 2026 he became executive chairman of Apple's board, a role in which he assists with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world. John Ternus succeeded him as chief executive officer.

Education
Duke University (MBA), Auburn University (BSc)
Email
••••@apple.com

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Tim Cook career history

  • Chief Operating Officer, Apple2007 - 2011
  • VP, Corporate Materials, Compaq1998
  • Director, North American Fulfillment, IBM1994 - 1997

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Other leaders at Apple

LeaderEmailProfile
JTJohn TernusJohn TernusChief Executive Officer ••••@apple.com
KPKevan ParekhKevan ParekhChief Financial Officer ••••@apple.com
SKSabih KhanSabih KhanChief Operating Officer ••••@apple.com
JSJohny SroujiJohny SroujiChief Hardware Officer ••••@apple.com
GJGreg JoswiakGreg JoswiakSVP, Worldwide Marketing ••••@apple.com

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tim Cook still the CEO of Apple?

No. Tim Cook was Apple's CEO from 2011 to 2026. John Ternus took over the role. Tim is now Executive Chairman of Apple.

Who is the CEO of Apple now?

John Ternus is Apple's Chief Executive Officer, in the role since September 2026 (as of September 2026). See their full profile on the Apple CEO page.

What is Tim Cook's background?

Tim Cook was Apple's chief executive officer from August 2011 to September 2026, having previously served as chief operating officer. He led Apple's global operations, product strategy and services expansion for fifteen years. On September 1, 2026 he became executive chairman of Apple's board, a role in which he assists with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world. John Ternus succeeded him as chief executive officer.