Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Steve Jobs steps down (resigns as CEO of Apple)

Tim Cook is the new Apple CEO, effective immediately. It is a sad news indeed. I have no words to describe what impact this will make on the loyal Apple community and its users, but one thing is for sure that this will not stop Apple's success as a company.

Here is what Steve Jobs said in his resignation letter:

To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community:

I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.

I hereby resign as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board sees fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.

As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.

I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.

I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.

Steve

Good Luck Steve. You are my Hero.

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