HP Inc. announced major changes in its leadership structure, with Emma Walmsley appointed as the company's Chief Executive Officer, effective January 4, 2027. This appointment comes as part of the company's strategy to enhance its growth in the technology sector, succeeding Bruce Broussard, who has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer since February 2026.
Strategic Leadership Background
Walmsley has a distinguished professional record, having served as CEO of the global pharmaceutical company GSK for nine years, during which she led major strategic transformations. She also possesses extensive technical and administrative experience through her seven-year tenure on the Microsoft board of directors, in addition to her long experience at L'Oreal. This combination of expertise in managing major corporations and digital transformations is what prompted the HP board of directors to unanimously approve her selection.
What This Change Means for HP
This appointment comes at a pivotal time for HP, as the company increasingly focuses on integrating artificial intelligence applications into edge devices (Edge AI). Walmsley affirms that her priorities will focus on leveraging HP's innovation capabilities to unlock new growth sources, while focusing on delivering sustainable value to customers and partners amid rapid transformations in global work styles.
Board of Directors Changes
Concurrently with Walmsley's appointment, Bruce Broussard will assume the role of Chairman of the HP Board of Directors starting January 2027, succeeding Chip Bergh, who has held the position since 2017. Bergh praised the global search process that led to Walmsley's selection, noting that her people-first leadership approach aligns with the company's vision of building high-performing teams.
HP continues its global operations across more than 180 countries, focusing on developing technology solutions and software powered by artificial intelligence aimed at reshaping the future of professional productivity.