Lenovo Appoints Dr. Tolga Kurtoglu as Chief Technology Officer and Forms Emerging Technologies Group
Global technology leader Lenovo has made a significant announcement with the appointment of Dr. Tolga Kurtoglu as the company’s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Dr. Kurtoglu will be succeeding Dr. Yong Lui in this role, with a focus on accelerating the group’s technology vision and AI leadership.
In addition to this key appointment, Lenovo has also revealed the formation of a new Emerging Technologies Group, which will play a crucial role in anticipating emerging technology trends and translating them into future business growth opportunities. Dr. Yong Rui, who has been serving as Lenovo’s CTO for the past seven years, will now lead this new group.
Dr. Kurtoglu brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having previously held positions such as CTO and Global Head of HP Labs at HP Inc., CEO of Xerox Palo Alto Research Center, and leading the Product Development group at Dell. His expertise in areas such as automation, machine intelligence, computational design, systems engineering, and 3D/digital manufacturing will be invaluable to Lenovo’s continued innovation efforts.
Lenovo Chairman and CEO, Yangqing Yang, expressed his excitement about Dr. Kurtoglu’s appointment, highlighting the importance of AI in today’s technological landscape. Dr. Kurtoglu himself shared his enthusiasm for joining Lenovo and working towards advancing the company’s AI leadership and innovation portfolio.
Dr. Yong Rui, who will now head the Emerging Technologies Group, emphasized the transformative potential of emerging technologies in reshaping various aspects of society and business. His experience in commercializing new technologies will be instrumental in leading this new group at Lenovo.
As the new CTO, Dr. Kurtoglu will lead Lenovo’s research team, drive innovation, and ensure that the company’s technology vision aligns with its overall business objectives. He will also be a key member of the Lenovo Executive Committee, further solidifying his role in shaping the company’s future direction.
With these strategic appointments and the establishment of the Emerging Technologies Group, Lenovo is poised to continue its trajectory as a global technology leader and pioneer in AI innovation.