Timothy Cook

Timothy Donald Cook (born November 1, 1960) is an American business executive and the current chief executive officer ofApple Inc. He has held this position since 2011, following the tenure of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Cook is widely recognized asa prominent figure in the technology industry.

Cookjoined Apple in 1998as a senior vice president for worldwide operations. Over the years, he took on various roles within the company, including executive vice president for worldwide sales and operations.On August 24, 2011, he assumed the position of CEO,succeeding Steve Jobs who passed away in October of the same year.

Throughout his tenure as CEO, Cook has been an advocate for various causes and initiatives. He has voiced his support for political reforms related to international and domestic surveillance, cybersecurity, American manufacturing, and environmental preservation. Under his leadership,Apple experienced significant financial success. From 2011 to 2020, the company's revenue and profit doubled, and its market value rose from $348 billion to a staggering $1.9 trillion.

Notably, Cook made history in 2014 when he publicly revealed his sexual orientation, becoming the first openly gay CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Apart from his responsibilities at Apple,he serves on the boards of directors for Nike, Inc.and the National Football Foundation. Additionally, he is a trustee of Duke University, where he obtained his degree.

Outside of his professional endeavours,Cook is involved in philanthropic activities. In March 2015, he announced his intention to donate his wealth to charitable causes. His contributions and leadership have solidified his status as a respected business leader and advocate for societal change.