HP Appoints Emma Walmsley as CEO Effective January 2027

HP Inc. appointed Emma Walmsley as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 4, 2027. Walmsley, the former CEO of GSK and a current member of Microsoft's Board of Directors, was selected following a global search to lead the company through the AI era and the transformation of work.

Walmsley succeeds Bruce Broussard, who has served as Interim CEO since February 2026. On the same date Walmsley takes office, Broussard will transition to become Chair of the Board. He succeeds Chip Bergh, who has held the board chair position since 2017.

Walmsley previously led GSK from 2017 to 2025 and spent 17 years at L'Oréal. She stated that the company will focus on harnessing the power of the AI era to unlock new sources of growth and deliver lasting value for customers and shareholders.