Andrew Grove, Intel’s legendary co-founder and former CEO, passed away on Monday at 79, Intel said. He was one of the business world’s most revered leaders who helped to usher in today’s era of computing. He was a TimePerson of the Year who was known for his famous mantra against corporate complacency, “Only the paranoid survive.” News of Grove’s cut deep in the technology industry, in which he was a source of inspiration.
Here’s a selection of what many high-profile leaders said about Grove following his death:
Apple CEO Tim Cook:
Andy Grove was one of the giants of the technology world. He loved our country and epitomized America at its best. Rest in peace.
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) March 22, 2016
Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers partner John Doerr:
1/ Last night Silicon Valley (and the world) lost a titan and freedom fighter. Andy Grove lived the maxim "execution is everything."
— John Doerr (@johndoerr) March 22, 2016
2/ Andy Grove was a towering leader, mentor, and educator. He was ruthlessly, intellectually honest. And rightly proud of building Intel.
— John Doerr (@johndoerr) March 22, 2016
3/ Andy Grove shared his greatest joy is family and being a grandfather. We're grateful for his life, and sorry for their loss. Ann & John
— John Doerr (@johndoerr) March 22, 2016
Marc Andreessen, Netscape co-founder and co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz:
https://twitter.com/pmarca/status/712075953803907072
Ben Horowitz, co-founder with Andreessen Horowitz:
https://twitter.com/bhorowitz/status/712072304121884672
Yuanqing Yang, chairman and CEO of Lenovo:
Andy Grove was a pillar in the tech industry, and has left a lasting impression on us all. You will be missed. Https://t.co/WXURiLvG9y
— Yuanqing Yang (@YuanqingYang) March 22, 2016
Intel CEO Brian Krzanich:
We stand on the shoulders of giants in our work–none bigger than Andy Grove (1936-2016). You'll be greatly missed. Https://t.co/5cxDY92Ah5
— Brian Krzanich (@bkrunner) March 22, 2016
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella:
Saddened by the passing of Andy Grove…a pioneer, a leader and a
great teacher— Satya Nadella (@satyanadella) March 22, 2016
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff
Very sad to hear of the passing of the great Andy Grove, former CEO of @intel. A tremendous positive force on our industry & community.
— Marc Benioff (@Benioff) March 22, 2016
Dell CEO Michael Dell:
Remembering Andy Grove, one of the greatest ever. Teacher, Friend, Leader. Told it like it was and made it happen. Pic.twitter.com/2bqIYrW9z4
— Michael Dell (@MichaelDell) March 22, 2016
VMware CEO Pat Gelsinger
Today the world has lost a great man in Andy Grove. A friend and mentor for many years. Forever thank you for all you have done for me.
— Pat Gelsinger (@PGelsinger) March 22, 2016
Matthew Prince, CEO of business technology company Cloudflare:
Giant. RIP. RT @breakingbytes: Former Intel CEO, chairman Andrew Grove dies at age 79, company announces https://t.co/jtuwZaSiVz
— Matthew Prince 🌥 (@eastdakota) March 22, 2016