Emma Walmsley to take over as the new CEO of HP
Walmsley will succeed Bruce Broussard, who has served as interim chief executive officer since February 2026. Read more: Emma Walmsley to take over as the new CEO of HP
Emma Walmsley will assume the role of CEO at HP, replacing interim CEO Bruce Broussard. The technology firm announced Walmsley's appointment, set to commence in January 2027. Broussard, who has held the interim CEO position since February 2026, will transition to the role of board chair. Walmsley recently served as CEO of GSK from April 2017 to December 2025, focusing on specialty medicines, vaccines, and revitalising the company's R&D pipeline.
Additionally, she spent 17 years at L'Oréal and currently sits on Microsoft's board of directors. HP CEO Bruce Broussard expressed confidence in Walmsley, stating that she possesses the experience and skills to guide the company through change and capture opportunities in the AI-driven world. Walmsley echoed this sentiment, expressing her enthusiasm for joining HP and emphasising the company's pivotal role in shaping the future of work on a global scale.
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