Apple made another rather interesting change in its leadership. The company brought in a former American executive to the position of vice president of government affairs. Airlines Nate Gatten. He will take up his new position on August 31st and his task will be, among other things, to help Applu in dealing with the US government and other politicians.
Gatten has extensive experience with similar work. In American Airlines led government affairs and previously worked at JPMorgan Chase, where he was in charge of the bank's relations with Congress, the White House and other institutions. He also worked at Fannie Mae and previously served in theancRepublican Senator Robert Bennett's supporters. It is his political experience that is of great benefit in the current situation. Apple quite important. According to Bloombergbecause Apple was looking for someone who would be able to communicate constructively with representatives of both major American parties. Gatten is a Republican and the company believes he can do well, according to sources communicate with adminiDonald Trump's losswithout closing the door on the Democrats at the same time.
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This may be for Apple The company faces a range of political and regulatory issues, from antitrust rules to trade policy to questions about the operation of App Store. Apple In addition, they must also address relations with the US government at a time when discussions are still ongoing about the production of equipment and computers.onent directly in the United States. Gatten will report to Jennifer Newstead, who in Applu holds the position of senior vice president and general counsel. Newstead now oversees both the legal department and government affairs. Apple thus gradually connecting two areas that have become increasingly interconnected in recent years.
Katherine is leaving the current leadership of government affairs. Adamwith, which at the end of the year from Applu will retire. Gatten is to take over some of her duties during the transition period, with Adams will remain available to the company as an advisor until October 1st. What is especially interesting is the timing of the entire change. Apple is currently in a period where its relationship with American politics could change significantly. Whatever the balance of power changes after the November congressional elections, Apple will need someone who can navigate the political environment. Gatten thus comes into Applu at a time when his experiences with Washingtononem probably needed more than ever.
