Tim Cook addresses change in retain leadership


Apple announced this week Apple VP of retail Angela Ahrendts would be stepping down. Apple is promoting its VP of human relations Deirdre O'Brien to a new role of VP of Retail and People.

Tim Cook addressed the change with employees in an email. In the message. In the email, Cook offers some insights into future improvements for retail.

In her capacity as vice president of People, Deirdre and her team have brought elevated focus to how Apple inspires, connects, develops and cares for its employees â€" essential efforts that she will continue companywide through the People team in her new and expanded role.

As we look forward, finding new ways to elevate our in-store and online experiences, forging deeper relationships with the customers who love our products, I believe that our team, at every level, is the best in the business. I am grateful to Angela for all she's done for Apple, and I'm looking forward to what Deirdre will bring to her new role.