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Tim Cook

Tim Cook is an American business executive, engineer, and industrial engineer hailing from Mobile, Alabama. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Apple Inc., a role he took on in August 2011, succeeding Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Cook's leadership style contrasts with that of his famous predecessor, focusing more on operational efficiency rather than innovative flair. Before rising to Apple's top position, Cook was the company's Chief Operating Officer, responsible for all of the company's worldwide sales and operations. Openly gay, he is a global advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has consistently been named one of the most influential people in the world by several publications.