Nvidia Appoints Colette Kress as Interim CEO Following Jensen Huang's Resignation
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Jensen Huang, Colette Kress, Harvey C. Jones
USA
November 12, 2026
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Jensen Huang resigned as Nvidia CEO and board member on November 12, 2026. CFO Colette Kress appointed as interim CEO. Harvey C. Jones appointed as board chair.
- Earlier version 111/13/2026, 2:20:42 AM
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