Published Oct 23 2025
In a recent interview with Fortune, Corning Chairman and CEO Wendell Weeks shared perspectives on leading one of America’s oldest innovators through continuous reinvention.
Weeks discussed Corning’s pivotal innovations, including its role in the creation of Corning® Gorilla Glass™ for the first iPhone, advancements in fiber optics for GenAI, and the company's efforts in solar manufacturing. He also shared rare stories of collaboration with luminaries like Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos, revealing lessons on leadership, risk-taking, and building trust-based partnerships.
The interview also explored Corning’s mission to deliver life-changing innovations and sustain the company for another 175 years.