Tim Cook

Tim Cook, born November 1, 1960, in Mobile, Alabama, is the CEO of Apple Inc., a position he has held since August 24, 2011. He succeeded Steve Jobs, having previously served as the company's Chief Operating Officer. Cook played a pivotal role in Apple's supply chain and operations, particularly during the launch of the iPhone in 2007, which revolutionized the smartphone industry. Under his leadership, Apple launched several new products, including the Apple Watch in 2015 and the AirPods in 2016. He also oversaw the company’s milestone achievement of reaching a $2 trillion market capitalization in 2020. Cook is known for his advocacy on privacy, environmental efforts, and corporate social responsibility.