Jensen Huang has resigned as Nvidia’s president, chief executive and a member of its board, effective immediately, the company announced Thursday. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO while continuing in her current roles.
The board has begun a search for a permanent chief executive, considering both internal and external candidates. Nvidia also appointed Harvey C. Jones as its first board chair. The company’s November 17 earnings announcement remains on schedule.
The departure follows reporting on the board’s deliberations over Huang’s future. Nvidia’s transition statement did not give a reason for his resignation.