CNN: On the job as chief executive for not even 11 months, Leo Apotheker will leave HP a wealthy man: He has already taken home most of his $1.2 million annual salary, a $4 million signing bonus, and an additional … Continued
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∞ HP names Meg Whitman President and CEO
HP today announced that its board of directors has appointed Meg Whitman as president and chief executive officer. “We are fortunate to have someone of Meg Whitman’s caliber and experience step up to lead HP,” said Lane. “We are at … Continued
∞ Meg Whitman being considered for CEO of HP
Kara Swisher: Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman is being considered by Hewlett-Packard directors as a possible candidate for CEO, in a move that would replace its current leader Léo Apotheker, according to several sources close to the situation. I wonder … Continued
∞ HP lays off 525 webOS employees
John Paczkowski: The company, which announced plans to shutter its webOS hardware business back in August, is sacking hundreds of employees as a result. Sources close to HP say the company plans to lay off as many as 525 employees, … Continued
∞ HP, the new RIM
Wall Street Journal: Boast that you’re going to attack Apple’s iPad with your $499 TouchPad. Then dump your TouchPad in a $99 fire sale and announce you’re just not going to offer it anymore. Telegraph to the world that you … Continued