03 Tim Cook

CEO

Apple

US $ 391BN Consumer Electronics

Tim became Apple ’ s CEO in 2011 , succeeding Steve Jobs and expanding the company ’ s services revenue while overseeing the launch of AirPods and Apple Watch product lines . Born in Alabama and educated at Auburn University and Duke University , he previously served as Apple ’ s chief operating officer , mastering its supply chain operations . Under his leadership , Apple ’ s market value grew from US $ 348bn to exceed US $ 3tn in 2024 , while navigating increased competition in China and shifting production towards India .

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