প্রতিবেদন লোড হচ্ছে…Apple CEO Journey: From Michael Scott to John Ternus | Ayar News
Analytics Insight · টেক
Apple CEO Journey: From Michael Scott to John Ternus
১৯/১০/২০২৬
Michael Scott (1977–1981): Michael Scott became Apple’s first CEO in 1977. He helped build the company’s early business structure and led it through the launch of the Apple II and its 1980 stock market listing.
Mike Markkula (1981–1983): Mike Markkula took over as CEO after Scott. An early investor and key supporter of Apple, he helped establish the business foundations that supported its growth during the company’s early years.
John Sculley (1983–1993): John Sculley joined Apple from PepsiCo in 1983. His decade-long tenure brought major business and leadership changes, including a difficult period that ended with Steve Jobs leaving Apple in 1985.
Michael Spindler (1993–1996): Michael Spindler led Apple during a challenging period marked by falling sales and market-share pressure. His tenure included the transition toward PowerPC technology as Apple struggled to maintain its competitive position.
Gil Amelio (1996–1997): Gil Amelio became CEO in 1996 and attempted to restructure Apple amid financial difficulties. His biggest legacy was the acquisition of NeXT, which helped bring Steve Jobs back to Apple.
Steve Jobs (1997–2011): Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1997 and led one of the most transformative periods in its history. The iMac, iPod, iPhone and iPad reshaped Apple's product lineup and strengthened its global reputation
Tim Cook (2011–2026): Tim Cook succeeded Steve Jobs in 2011. During his 15-year tenure, Apple expanded its services business, grew its wearables lineup and increased its market value significantly. He became executive chairman on September 1, 2026.
John Ternus (September 1, 2026–Present): John Ternus became Apple's CEO in September 2026 after leading its hardware engineering division. His leadership begins as Apple faces growing competition in artificial intelligence and prepares for its next phase of product innovation.
Eight CEOs, One Apple Legacy: From Apple's early business years to the iPhone era and the rise of AI, each CEO has shaped the company's direction. Steve Jobs transformed its products, Tim Cook scaled its business, and John Ternus now leads its next chapter. Which CEO had the biggest impact?
