| Occupation | CEO of Apple Inc. |
| Education | Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Auburn University |
| Residence | Cupertino, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Date of birth | November 1, 1960 |
Tim Cook is the current CEO of Apple Inc., a multinational technology company based in Cupertino, California. He was appointed as the company's CEO in August 2011, succeeding Steve Jobs. Cook is the seventh CEO of Apple and the first to be appointed from outside the company.
Cook was born on November 1, 1960 in Robertsdale, Alabama. He graduated from Auburn University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. After graduation, he worked for IBM for 12 years, where he held various positions in the company's manufacturing, procurement, and operations divisions.
In 1997, Cook joined Apple as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Operations. In this role, he was responsible for the company's supply chain, including the procurement of components and the manufacturing of Apple products. In 2007, he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer, and in 2011, he was appointed CEO of Apple.
Under Cook's leadership, Apple has become the world's most valuable company, with a market capitalization of over $1 trillion. He has also overseen the introduction of several new products, including the Apple Watch, AirPods, and Apple TV.
Cook was born in Robertsdale, Alabama, to Donald and Geraldine Cook. He has two brothers, Mike and Jeff. He attended Robertsdale High School, where he was a member of the National Honor Society and the student council.
Cook graduated from Auburn University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. After graduation, he worked for IBM for 12 years, where he held various positions in the company's manufacturing, procurement, and operations divisions.
In 1997, Cook joined Apple as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Operations. In this role, he was responsible for the company's supply chain, including the procurement of components and the manufacturing of Apple products. In 2007, he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer, and in 2011, he was appointed CEO of Apple.
Under Cook's leadership, Apple has become the world's most valuable company, with a market capitalization of over $1 trillion. He has also overseen the introduction of several new products, including the Apple Watch, AirPods, and Apple TV.
Cook has also been a vocal advocate for social issues, including LGBT rights and environmental protection. In 2014, he became the first openly gay CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
Cook has been a close friend of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs since 1997. He was also a close friend of Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.
Cook has also been a vocal supporter of former President Barack Obama, and has been a frequent guest at the White House.
Cook is known for his inspirational quotes, such as:
"Life is fragile. We're not guaranteed a tomorrow so give it everything you've got."
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."
"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower."
Cook has been criticized for his handling of Apple's tax affairs, with some accusing him of using offshore tax havens to avoid paying taxes. He has also been criticized for his handling of the company's labor practices, with some accusing him of exploiting workers in Apple's supply chain.
Cook is an avid cyclist and has completed several long-distance rides, including a 500-mile ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles in 2012. He is also a fan of Auburn University football and has been known to attend games.
Cook is a member of the National Advisory Council of the National Parks Conservation Association, and a member of the Board of Directors of the National Football Foundation. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of Nike.