During the 1950s and 1960s, as hewlettpackard experienced progressive growth and expansion, lus direct participation became less and less a possibility. Policies and goals are set by the board of directors. The cynthia woods mitchell pavilion 20162017 board of directors and staff directory. The case study that was analyzed is, unauthorized disclosure. Sep 21, 2011 leo apotheker is the worst ceo hire in the last decade. Abdulla it has grown to be one of the leading companies in sri lankan. The hewlett foundation is governed by a board of directors that always includes four members of the hewlett family, and between five and 11 other leaders drawn from philanthropy, government, business, education and civil society. Jun 25, 2019 carl icahn is one of wall streets most successful figures. Iger is executive chairman of the walt disney company and chairman of the board of directors. Disney leadership, history, corporate social responsibility. They are a onesizefitsall solution to the problem of what to buy for a loved one. The individuals listed below were elected to the board of directors in the year shown.
Because it was incompatible with the ibm pc, which became the industry standard, it was a failure. And it really isnt funny, even though noted writer james b. Earlier books by others about fiorinas role in the merger at hp included. Hewlettpackard history silicon valley historical association. She received a bachelor of arts in philosophy and medieval history at stanford. A member of hp s board since 1998, she previously served as chairman of the audit committee. Charter of the human resources committee of the board of. Lane served as nonexecutive chairman on hewlettpackards board of directors from 2010 to 2011, and as executive chairman from 2011 to 20. Leo apotheker is the worst ceo hire in the last decade. By the third quarter of 1993, solvency was no longer an issue. This list of hewlettpackard executive leadership includes chairmen. Six years later, the problem at hp is still the board. History and board of directors history abdulla industries started operations in the 1960s as a small business operation in the production of pesticides for the local market due to the continuous commitment on product quality and service standards by the late founder mr.
Hewlettpackard targeted board in leak probe the smoking gun. Nicholas katzenbach, former attorney general of the united states. On september 22, hps board of directors appoints meg whitman as president and chief executive officer. She got involved in the local childrens health council and eventually served as the chairperson of its board of directors. Hp hewlett packards corporate governance woes part 1. Jan 16, 2012 dunn was named nonexecutive chairman of the board of directors of hp in february 2005. Dion weisler november 2, 2015november 1 2019 current. Whitman was already serving as president and ceo of hp. The ethical issues presented through the case deal with hewlettpackard company hp. Enrique lores november 2 2019 hewlett packard enterprise. A new book on hewlettpackards management history offers.
Bezos is president, chief executive officer and chairman of the board of and beneficially owns approximately 20% of its outstanding common stock. In early january 2005, the hewlettpackard board of directors discussed with. Wayman served as interim chief executive officer from february 2005 through march 2005, and rejoined hps board of directors in february 2005. About us himachal pradesh board of school education. Board of directors hindustan petroleum corporation limited. Board also publishes text books for class 1st to 12th. Travis worked and retired after 30 years in various areas in it department at the state board of insurance from computer operations, unix administration, and desktop support. In august 2019, he was elected by the hp board of directors to serve as the companys next president and ceo, effective november 1, 2019. Expectations should include time commitment, nature of the work and the boards agenda. The 8 best books of 2016 for directors in time for your summer beach reading, the aicd picks its books of the year, including a biography of alibaba founder jack ma, michael lewiss follow up to moneyball, and radical thinking on culture and innovation. Fiorina joined hewlettpackard as its chairman and ceo in 1999, she was widely regarded as a charismatic leader who would help hp get out of its hightech rut. The companys board of directors has appointed her to the chairmans spot following the departure of ralph whitworth earlier this week. From its origins in a palo alto garage to its current position as one of the worlds leading technology companies, hp has grown and.
Hps independent directors have requested that certain items that are unrelated to the boards duties, such as spam, junk mail, mass mailings, solicitations, resumes and job inquiries, not be posted. Barney oliver was hps director of research and development for thirty years and an hp board. She goes on to say, some board members behaviour was amateurish and immature. A book is also a considerate option when giving to an acquaintance such as a coworker. September 5in a remarkable bit of corporate cloak and dagger, hewlettpackard launched a probe of its own board of directors in a bid to determine who was responsible for a media leak earlier this y. Letier has served on numerous boards in the past, and currently serves on the board of directors of conduent incorporated, and several private companies, including mv transportation, inc. Executive chairman and chairman of the board, the walt disney company.
Meg whitman november 2, 2015 february 1, 2018 current. Prior to this, he served as chief executive officer, prize petroleum company ltd. He is currently a member of the board of directors for foreflight, llc, influence health, inc. They are items that provide hours of enjoyment for the recipient. A brief history of hps totally dysfunctional board. Our board provides guidance, direction and support to our senior leadership team.
Reflects the 12,963,339 shares beneficially owned by. Nov 01, 2016 meet hps board of directors, one of the most diverse in corporate america, and hear why diversity is so important to the companys future. Contentious material about living persons that is unsourced or poorly sourced must be removed immediately, especially if potentially libelous or harmful. In her book tough choices, she agrees with hps outside counsel larry sonsini, who in an assessment of the board concluded the personality conflicts with the board made it dysfunctional. Hp announces postsplit board members for hewlett packard. Jul 17, 2014 the companys board of directors has appointed her to the chairmans spot following the departure of ralph whitworth earlier this week. Nov 02, 2018 here are a few resources id recommend. Travis has a degree in psychology, and minors in religion and history. Whitman, who approved the autonomy purchase when an hp board member, was made chief executive in september 2011. Meg whitman, currently ceo of hp, will chair the board of directors of hp inc. So she bumped her love of people up to the next level.
Four lessons for silicon valley from its first startup mit. Now hps hpq board at least a good chunk of them who leaked this to the press wants to fire him after 11 months and replace him with meg. Meet hps board of directors, one of the most diverse in corporate america, and hear why diversity is so important to the companys future. While primarily a history of hewlettpackard, the hp phenomenon also. Lores is one of the companys most accomplished, multifaceted leaders. Fiorina joined hewlettpackard as its chairman and ceo in 1999, she was widely regarded as a charismatic leader who would help hp. Board of directors child care resource book 2016 6. In the 1980s, this corporate raiderusing drexel burnhams junk bondsbecame known as a vulture capitalist, taking positions in. Hollywood movie, cassandra crossing uses hp medical and analytical equipment. The book chronicled the rise of hp,giving readers a firsthand look at the culture, business practices. Hp will post on this website any amendments to the integrity at hp program or waivers of the integrity at hp program, for directors and executive officers.
Our board is committed to independent oversight of hp. Himachal pradesh board of school education is agency government of himachal pradesh entrusted with the responsibilities of prescribing courses of instructions and text books and conducting examinations for secondary school students in. In his new foreword to the board book, former mellon foundation and princeton university president william g. How well these are communicated will also help determine the success of the board. By far the best book on corporate and institutional governance. Hp appoints ceo meg whitman to chairman of the board. Mondays appointment of wellknown directors to hps board appeared to be an effort to answer shareholders longstanding cries for a stronger board. Key information regarding all of our 11 board nominees is summarized in the table below. Hewlett and packard remained on the board of directors. In early january 2005, the hewlettpackard board of directors discussed with fiorina a list of issues that the board had regarding the companys performance and disappointing earning reports. Fiorina also had little respect for hps board of directors, or for their opinions. Although a bit dense its technically a textbook, this book is definitely the most comprehensive overview on boards and corporate governance. Hewlettpackard introduced its first desktop computer, the hp85, in 1980.
This biography of a living person needs additional citations for verification. Carl icahn is one of wall streets most successful figures. Hps board of directors, a founders board used to taking direction from. As the title indicate this book is about the story of hewlett packard as told by one of. In september 1993, he retired as chairman of the board and was named. A brief history of hps totally dysfunctional board business insider. Bowen brings his immense experience to bear on the most pressing questions facing boards of directors and trustees today.
Cosmican via flickr last week, hewlettpackards board of directors fired ceo leo apotheker after less than a year and. A member of hps board since 1998, she previously served as chairman of the audit committee. Research in the new book, becoming hewlett packard. He assumed the role of executive chairman on february 25, 2020, in conjunction with the announcement of bob chapek being named as chief executive officer. Former hp boss was ready to throw predecessor under the bus. Bezos disclaims beneficial ownership of and any pecuniary interest in these shares.
Lane restructured the board to add seven new directors, replaced the shorttenured ceo leo apotheker, and led the placement of meg whitman as ceo. Himachal pradesh board of school education wikipedia. Hewlettpackard declined and gave wozniak all rights to his idea. Hp board unanimously rejects xerox offer financial times.
Health partnership center is governed by a board of directors representing a cross section of our community who are all committed to our mission of providing accessible, affordable and high quality medical, dental and behavioral health care. Sep 25, 2011 well, hp s board of directors seems to be stuck in the same situation. What are the best books to read about being on a board of. Hewlett packards secret surveillance of directors and journalists, by anne t. Kramer, president marianoflorentino cuellar alecia a. Hewlett from the presidents desknew roles of the board of directors and the responsibilities. The san luis obispo bicycle club is fortunate to have members volunteer to serve on our board. Books about hp and acquired companies updated jun 2, 2018. Board of directors high plains regional education cooperative is governed by an eightmember board of directors, consisting of superintendents from member districts.