'I Am Not Leaving Apple': Tim Cook Tells Staff As He Steps Down As CEO After 15-Year Run
Tim Cook signed off as Apple's chief executive with a farewell note to employees that leaned heavily on gratitude, company culture and a full-throated endorsement of his successor, John Ternus, who takes over as CEO effective September 1. A send-off built on gratitude In the memo, Cook told staff that leading Apple had been the privilege of his lifetime and thanked employees for the outpouring of…
In a farewell letter to Apple employees, Tim Cook described leading the company as the privilege of his lifetime. He expressed gratitude for the support he received from the staff as he approached his final day. Cook credited Apple's employees rather than himself for the company's success, stating that they had helped him reach his full potential.
He emphasized Apple's culture, describing it as a shared sense of purpose among employees to build responsibly and leave the world better than they found it. Cook indicated that he would transition to the role of executive chairman, focusing on Apple's relationships with governments and policymakers. He reassured employees that his connection to the company would not diminish and hinted at his eagerness to continue being involved in Apple's future.
Cook's 15-year tenure as CEO concluded on September 1, 2026, with John Ternus taking over as the new CEO.
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