
Jensen Huang resigns as NVIDIA CEO and board member
Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has resigned as president, CEO and a board member effective immediately, with Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress taking over as interim CEO.
Huang’s departure marks a significant shift for the company, which has been a dominant force in the artificial intelligence and high-tech sectors. The board has initiated a search for a permanent replacement, considering both internal and external candidates.
Kress will retain her role as CFO while Nvidia’s board considers internal and external candidates for a permanent successor.
Colette Kress will lead the company during this interim period while continuing to manage its financial operations. The board has also named Harvey C. Jones as its first chair to oversee the transition.