Nvidia’s next CEO will have to keep an entire industry alive
Jensen Huang’s successor might still have to work in his shadow, and people familiar with the search process estimate there are fewer than 10 people in the world capable of running the company.
Reed acknowledges that Nvidia found itself without a clear succession plan for CEO Jensen Huang, despite making efforts to hire a replacement. The 63-year-old founder's ousting prompted the search for a new leader, but finding suitable candidates proved challenging. The market was reluctant to join Huang's shadow, with only an estimated ten individuals globally possessing the capability to steer the company.
A Slack group at Nvidia titled "Stand with Jensen" highlights the lingering impact of Huang's influence, suggesting the next CEO will face significant challenges. The individual stepping into Huang's position is not only responsible for maintaining the company's product schedules but also for ensuring the broader industry thrives.
Several candidates have been mentioned as potential successors, including Apple's hardware chief Johny Srouji, Arm CEO Rene Haas, or even former Apple CEO Tim Cook, as suggested by President Donald Trump.
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