HP Inc. Appoints Emma Walmsley as Chief Executive Officer
Key Highlights
- ➤Emma Walmsley appointed HP CEO effective January 4, 2027
- ➤Bruce Broussard becomes HP board chair effective January 4, 2027
- ➤Chip Bergh steps down as HP board chair after nine years
- ➤Walmsley previously led GSK from April 2017 through December 2025
Expert Statements
Bruce Broussard, Interim Chief Executive Officer of HP
“HP has tremendous potential at an important inflection point in technology, and we need a leader who can build on our innovation heritage and strengths to boldly shape the company’s future. Emma is a proven CEO with a track record of leading organizations at scale and guiding them through significant change. She has the experience and skills to bring HP’s businesses, capabilities and people together to capture the opportunities ahead as AI moves to the edge, transforming how we work and live in a more connected world. I look forward to supporting her as she leads HP into its next phase of growth.”
Emma Walmsley, Incoming Chief Executive Officer of HP
“HP is an iconic company with a defining role in shaping the future of work on a global scale. I’m excited to join the team and, together, move forward with clarity and conviction. We will focus on harnessing the power of the AI era and putting HP’s creativity and innovation to work to unlock new sources of growth and deliver lasting value for our customers, shareholders, partners and people.”
Chip Bergh, Chair of the Board of HP
“Today’s appointment follows a comprehensive global search focused on what HP needs to win in its next chapter. Throughout the process, Emma stood out for the strength of her leadership experience across multiple industries, the clarity of her strategic thinking and her ability to translate customer insights into new growth. She has a people-first leadership approach that aligns and inspires high-performing teams around clear priorities, strong execution and lasting value creation.”
Chip Bergh, Chair of the Board of HP
“I also want to thank Bruce for his strong leadership, which has enabled the Board to conduct an intentional and rigorous search leading to today’s successful outcome. It’s a privilege to hand the role of Chair to him, knowing he will provide important continuity and valuable guidance to Emma and the Board during the transition and in the years ahead.”
Bruce Broussard, Interim Chief Executive Officer of HP
“Chip has provided strong leadership as Chair for the past nine years, helping guide HP through significant change while maintaining a sharp focus on governance, capital allocation and value creation. I have appreciated his partnership while serving as Interim CEO.”
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Emma Walmsley as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 4, 2027. Ms. Walmsley most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of GSK and has been a member of Microsoft’s Board of Directors for seven years. She will succeed Bruce Broussard, who has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer since February 2026. Broussard will become Chair of the Board effective January 4, 2027, succeeding Chip Bergh.
“HP has tremendous potential at an important inflection point in technology, and we need a leader who can build on our innovation heritage and strengths to boldly shape the company’s future. Emma is a proven CEO with a track record of leading organizations at scale and guiding them through significant change. She has the experience and skills to bring HP’s businesses, capabilities and people together to capture the opportunities ahead as AI moves to the edge, transforming how we work and live in a more connected world. I look forward to supporting her as she leads HP into its next phase of growth,” said Bruce Broussard, Interim Chief Executive Officer.
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