Apple Inc. has announced a leadership transition with John Ternus appointed as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective as Tim Cook steps down from the role on September 1.
Apple confirmed that John Ternus, 50, will assume the role of CEO as part of a restructuring of its leadership framework. The appointment comes as the global technology industry is undergoing rapid expansion in artificial intelligence.
Tim Cook will step down as CEO on September 1 and transition to the role of Executive Chairman, where he will focus on strategic decisions and board-level responsibilities. Cook has led Apple since 2011, during which the company recorded growth across iPhone, Mac, and services businesses.
John Ternus joined Apple in 2001 and has played key roles in hardware engineering and product design over more than two decades. He was appointed Vice President of Hardware Engineering in 2013 and became part of the executive team in 2021. Ternus holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and began his career at Virtual Research Systems.
Ternus has contributed to the development of several Apple products, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and AirPods. He also led the development of the recently launched iPhone Air. His work has included efforts to strengthen Mac sales following a period of decline.
As CEO, Ternus will lead Apple’s future strategy and product innovation, while Cook continues to oversee strategic and governance functions in his new role.
