Nvidia long-time leader Jensen Huang has resigned from his position over a scandal, leading the company to appoint its finance chief, Colette Kress, as interim chief executive.
Leadership Change at Nvidia
The company released a statement following a board meeting, confirming that Jensen Huang stepped down as President, Chief Executive Officer, and board member with immediate effect.
Colette Kress, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, accepted the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer. Kress will maintain her current financial responsibilities while leading the company temporarily until the organization selects a permanent successor.
The board of directors has begun looking for a permanent chief executive officer and will evaluate both internal and external candidates for the position.
