When was Tim Cook born?

Tim Cook was born on 1 November 1960 in Mobile.

What positions has Tim Cook held?

Positions held by Tim Cook include: chief executive officer (2011–2026).

Where did Tim Cook study?

Tim Cook was educated at Auburn University, Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, Robertsdale High School.

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Tim Cook

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American business executive, former Apple executive chairman

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Timothy Donald Cook is an American business executive who served as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Apple from August 24, 2011 to August 31, 2026, and has been the company's executive chairman since September 1, 2026. Cook joined the technology company in 1998 as senior vice president for worldwide operations, and later served as vice president for worldwide sales and operations and then as chief operating officer under co-founder Steve Jobs. He was appointed chief executive in 2011, when Jobs resigned due to failing health. Under Cook, Apple grew into one of the world's most valuable companies; in 2025 it was the second largest technology company by revenue in the world, at US $416 billion. Cook led a succession plan that saw John Ternus succeed him as CEO.

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Born: 1 November 1960 wd
Place of birth: Mobile wd
Citizenship: United States wd
Occupation: businessperson, computer scientist, engineer, chief executive officer, presenter, manager wd
Education: Auburn University, Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, Robertsdale High School, Rostrevor College wd
Official website: apple.com/leadership/tim-cook wd
Social media: X (Twitter) wd

Positions held wd

chief executive officer (24 August 2011 – 31 August 2026)

Awards wd

member of the Alabama Academy of Honor (2014)
Time 100 (2021)
Financial Times Person of the Year (2014)

Questions

When was Tim Cook born?: Tim Cook was born on 1 November 1960 in Mobile.
What positions has Tim Cook held?: Positions held by Tim Cook include: chief executive officer (2011–2026).
Where did Tim Cook study?: Tim Cook was educated at Auburn University, Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, Robertsdale High School.

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