On his last day as Apple CEO, Tim Cook sends memo to employees
Tim Cook has sent his final memo to Apple employees on his last day as CEO, telling staff he is not leaving Apple but stepping away from a role he loved. John Ternus takes over as Apple CEO on September 1, while Cook becomes executive chairman. Read Tim Cook's full memo, his praise for Ternus, and what the handover means for Apple's hardware-first next chapter.
On his final day as CEO of Apple, Tim Cook penned a farewell memo to his employees, penning the letter in a tone that was both reflective and grateful. In his parting words, Cook expressed his appreciation for the staff, the company's culture, and the legacy of Steve Jobs. He assured his readers that he wouldn't be stepping away from Apple, but rather, moving to a new role as executive chairman.
The memo, devoid of any product announcements or hints at emerging trends, emphasized the importance of Apple's culture and the impact of its products on the world.
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