Intel Announces Brian Krzanich As Its Sixth-Ever CEO

wiredmikey writes "Intel on Thursday announced that Brian Krzanich will take the reins as chief executive officer (CEO) of the chip giant, succeeding Paul Otellini who previously announced that he would step down. Krzanich has served as Intel's chief operating officer since January 2012, and has held a series of technical and leadership roles since joining Intel in 1982, and will become the sixth CEO in Intel's history."

Nintendo has only had 4

[gameboyhippo]

That's nice. But Nintendo, a 124 year old company, has only had 4 presidents.

Re:Nintendo has only had 4

[Charliemopps]

This is very common in Japan. Peoples employers/employees are treated like family. Not saying it's always a good family, but just jumping from job to job is not normal there at all. Especially at the executive level.

Re:What were Brian Krzanich's previous roles at In

[GerryGilmore]

Dang! Just lost my mod points but - you're right. In my long career I've worked at lots of companies of all sizes, including 7 years at Intel. Easily one of the best run and most open-source friendly companies going. I was there when Andy Grove told Bill Gates to shove it when Bill asked them not to send any execs to speak at a Linux conference. Andy went himself.

Re:What were Brian Krzanich's previous roles at In

[unixisc]

So essentially, Intel has put someone who helped run their crown jewels - their fabs - in charge of the company? Great move on the part of Intel (and no, I'm not being facetious)