Tim Cook Says Goodbye to Apple Staff in a Final Memo on His Last Day as CEO

SummaryTim Cook sent a final message to staff on his last day as Apple's CEOJohn Ternus officially takes over the chief executive role on September 1, 2026Cook will remain based at Apple Park as he immediately transitions to Executive ChairmanOn August 31, 2026, Tim Cook officially closed out his historic run, sending a final memo to employees on his last day as Apple's CEO. This internal message marks the end of an era that began when Cook succeeded Steve Jobs in 2011. During his tenure, he ove...