John Ternus becomes Apple CEO on September 1, 2026

John Ternus will assume the role of chief executive officer at Apple on September 1, 2026, concluding Tim Cook’s 15-year tenure leading the technology giant. Cook, who transformed Apple from a roughly $350 billion company into a $4 trillion global powerhouse, will transition to the position of executive chairman. The leadership change, announced in April and unanimously approved by the board, marks the end of a carefully planned succession. Under Cook’s leadership, Apple’s annual revenue quadrupled, driven by exceptional supply chain execution, operational discipline, and the expansion into new product categories like the Apple Watch and AirPods.