CEO : Tim Cook

Consumer tech giant Apple is one of the world ’ s most valuable companies . Its iconic and hugely popular product line includes the iPhone , iPad , Mac desktop and laptop computers , the Apple Watch , Apple TV , as well as numerous software apps , such as GarageBand .

In August 2021 , Apple became the first publicly traded US company to reach a market capitalisation of $ 2 trillion .

This growth has been overseen by CEO Tim Cook , who has doubled the company ’ s revenue and profit since taking up the position in 2011 , when founder and CEO Steve Jobs was terminally ill with pancreatic cancer .

Cook ’ s first deed was to pare back Apple ’ s supply chain vendors , from more than 100 to 24 . He also cut the number of warehouses by half and established relationships with contract manufacturers .

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CEO : Hein Schumacher

Unilever is a multinational consumer goods operation with a rich heritage that dates back to the 19th century . Its purpose is “ to make sustainable living commonplace by offering products that enhance people ’ s well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future ”, it says .

In Beauty & Personal Care , Unilever provides products for skin care , hair care , deodorants , oral care , and personal hygiene . Some of its popular brands include Dove , Axe , Sunsilk , Rexona , and Lifebuoy .

Unilever also offers a range of cleaning agents and household products , including laundry detergents , dishwashing liquids , surface cleaners , and air fresheners . Brands such as Omo , Cif , Domestos , and Sunlight are part of its home care portfolio .

Its Foods & Refreshment business , meanwhile , includes popular brands like Knorr , Lipton , Magnum , Ben & Jerry ’ s , Hellmann ’ s , and Wall ’ s ice cream .

30 October 2023