Nvidia Appoints Colette Kress as Interim CEO Following Jensen Huang's Resignation
Nvidia has announced a major leadership transition following the resignation of founder and CEO Jensen Huang from both his executive role and the Board of Directors. In response, the Board has appointed Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress to serve as interim CEO while a search for a permanent successor is conducted among internal and external candidates. Board Chair Harvey Jones expressed full confidence in Kress, citing her 13-year tenure as CFO and her role as an architect of the company's growth strategy. In communications to employees, both Jones and Kress emphasized stability and continued commitment to the AI revolution. The company has scheduled a general meeting for November 18 to provide further updates on its future direction.
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