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'''Eric Emerson Schmidt''' (born April 27, 1955) is an American businessman, technology executive, and former computer engineer who played a central role in transforming [[Google]] from a Silicon Valley startup into one of the most influential companies in the history of the technology industry. He served as the [[chief executive officer]] (CEO) of Google from 2001 to 2011, and then as the company's executive chairman from 2011 to 2015.<ref name="britannica">{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt |url=https://www.britannica.com/money/Eric-Schmidt |publisher=Encyclopedia Britannica |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> When Google reorganized under the parent company [[Alphabet Inc.]] in 2015, Schmidt became executive chairman of Alphabet, a position he held until 2017, after which he served as a technical advisor until 2020.<ref name="cnbc-step-down">{{cite news |title=Eric Schmidt is stepping down as the executive chairman of Alphabet |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2017/12/21/eric-schmidt-is-stepping-down-as-the-executive-chairman-of-alphabet.html |work=CNBC |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Before his time at Google, Schmidt held senior leadership positions at [[Sun Microsystems]] and [[Novell]], establishing himself as a prominent figure in enterprise software and internet technology. Beyond the corporate world, Schmidt has been active in public policy, particularly in the areas of [[artificial intelligence]] and national security, serving as the first chair of the U.S. [[National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence]]. He has also founded philanthropic and policy organizations, including Schmidt Futures, and has served on the boards of major academic institutions such as [[Princeton University]] and [[Carnegie Mellon University]].<ref name="britannica" /> In 2025, Schmidt became the CEO of [[Relativity Space]], an aerospace manufacturing company, marking a new chapter in his career.<ref name="britannica" />
'''Eric Emerson Schmidt''' (born April 27, 1955) is an American businessman, technology executive, and former software engineer whose career has spanned some of the most consequential developments in the modern technology industry. He is best known for serving as the chief executive officer of [[Google]] from 2001 to 2011 and as the company's executive chairman from 2011 to 2015, a period during which Google grew from a promising search engine startup into one of the most valuable corporations in the world.<ref name="britannica">{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt |url=https://www.britannica.com/money/Eric-Schmidt |publisher=Encyclopedia Britannica |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Schmidt subsequently served as executive chairman of Google's parent company, [[Alphabet Inc.]], from 2015 to 2017, and as a technical advisor to Alphabet from 2017 to 2020.<ref name="cnbc-stepdown">{{cite news |title=Eric Schmidt is stepping down as the executive chairman of Alphabet |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2017/12/21/eric-schmidt-is-stepping-down-as-the-executive-chairman-of-alphabet.html |work=CNBC |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Prior to Google, Schmidt held leadership roles at [[Sun Microsystems]] and served as CEO of [[Novell]] from 1997 to 2001. Beyond the corporate world, Schmidt has engaged extensively in public policy, philanthropy, and national security matters, including serving as the first chair of the U.S. National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence. As of 2025, he serves as CEO of [[Relativity Space]], an aerospace manufacturing company, and remains active in artificial intelligence ventures and energy policy advocacy.


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Eric Emerson Schmidt was born on April 27, 1955, in [[Falls Church, Virginia]], a suburb of Washington, D.C.<ref name="britannica" /> He grew up in the Northern Virginia area and attended [[Yorktown High School (Virginia)|Yorktown High School]] in [[Arlington, Virginia]], where he was a member of the class of 1972.<ref name="yorktown">{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt '72 — Yorktown Alumni Hall of Fame |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081121005612/http://www.yorktownalums.org/hall_of_fame/inductees/schmidt_72.html |publisher=Yorktown Alumni Association |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Schmidt was later inducted into the Yorktown Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of his professional achievements.<ref name="yorktown" />
Eric Emerson Schmidt was born on April 27, 1955, in [[Falls Church, Virginia]], a suburb of Washington, D.C.<ref name="britannica" /> He grew up in the northern Virginia area during a period of rapid technological change in the United States. Schmidt attended [[Yorktown High School]] in Arlington, Virginia, where he graduated in 1972.<ref name="yorktown">{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt '72 — Yorktown Alumni Hall of Fame |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081121005612/http://www.yorktownalums.org/hall_of_fame/inductees/schmidt_72.html |publisher=Yorktown Alumni Association |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He was later inducted into the Yorktown High School Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of his achievements in the technology industry.<ref name="yorktown" />


Schmidt's father, Wilson Emerson Schmidt, was a professor of international economics at [[Virginia Tech]] and later at [[George Washington University]], an academic environment that influenced the younger Schmidt's intellectual development and interest in technology and the sciences. Growing up during the early era of computing, Schmidt developed an aptitude for engineering and mathematics that would guide his academic and professional trajectory.
Schmidt's interest in engineering and computing emerged early, and he pursued higher education in these fields. His academic trajectory would take him from the East Coast to some of the premier institutions of electrical engineering and computer science research in the country, ultimately shaping the technical foundation upon which he would build a career that bridged software engineering and corporate leadership.


== Education ==
== Education ==


Schmidt pursued his undergraduate education at [[Princeton University]], where he earned a [[Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering]] (B.S.E.E.) degree in 1976.<ref name="princeton-trustees">{{cite web |title=Profile: Eric Schmidt |url=https://www.princeton.edu/pub/profile-archive/profile200708/trustees/ |publisher=Princeton University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His time at Princeton laid the foundation for a career that would bridge the worlds of academic computer science and the technology industry. Schmidt later served on Princeton's board of trustees, maintaining a long connection with the university.<ref name="princeton-trustees" />
Schmidt earned his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from [[Princeton University]].<ref name="britannica" /><ref name="princeton">{{cite web |title=Princeton University Board of Trustees |url=https://www.princeton.edu/pub/profile-archive/profile200708/trustees/ |publisher=Princeton University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He subsequently moved to California to pursue graduate studies at the [[University of California, Berkeley]], where he earned both a master's degree and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer science.<ref name="britannica" /> His doctoral research placed him at the center of the Berkeley computing community during a formative era for the [[Unix]] operating system and open-source software development.


After Princeton, Schmidt continued his graduate studies at the [[University of California, Berkeley]], one of the foremost institutions for computer science research in the United States. He earned a [[Master of Science]] (M.S.) degree and subsequently a [[Doctor of Philosophy]] (Ph.D.) in electrical engineering and computer science (EECS) from Berkeley.<ref name="britannica" /> His doctoral research contributed to the foundations of systems software engineering. During his graduate studies, Schmidt was exposed to the [[Unix]] operating system culture that pervaded Berkeley's computer science department, an experience that profoundly shaped his career.
While at Berkeley, Schmidt was involved in the development of the [[Berkeley Software Distribution]] (BSD) of Unix, contributing to one of the most influential lineages of operating system software in computing history.<ref>{{cite web |title=Berkeley Software Distribution (4BSD) |url=https://wayback.archive-it.org/all/20080528104711/http://www.krsaborio.net/research/acrobat/1980s/8002_bsd.pdf |publisher=Archive-It |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His graduate work provided him with deep technical expertise in systems programming and software tools, skills that would prove foundational in his early career.


== Career ==
== Career ==


=== Early Career at Bell Labs and Lex ===
=== Early Work at Bell Labs and Lex ===


Schmidt's entry into the technology industry began during his time as an intern at [[Bell Labs]], the legendary research laboratory of [[AT&T]]. In 1975, while still a student, Schmidt co-authored [[Lex (software)|Lex]], a software program designed to generate [[lexical analysis|lexical analysers]] for the [[Unix]] computer operating system.<ref name="lex">{{cite web |title=Lex — A Lexical Analyzer Generator |url=http://dinosaur.compilertools.net/lex/index.html |publisher=Compiler Tools |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Lex became a foundational tool in Unix software development, used by programmers to automate the process of breaking down source code into tokens for compilers and interpreters. The program remained in wide use for decades after its creation and became a standard component of Unix-based development environments. Schmidt's co-authorship of Lex at such an early stage of his career demonstrated both his technical proficiency and his ability to contribute to tools with lasting impact on the field of computer science.
Schmidt's career in technology began even before the completion of his graduate studies. In 1975, while working as an intern at [[Bell Labs]], the legendary research division of AT&T, Schmidt co-authored [[Lex (software)|Lex]], a software program designed to generate lexical analysers for the Unix operating system.<ref name="britannica" /><ref name="lex">{{cite web |title=Lex — A Lexical Analyzer Generator |url=http://dinosaur.compilertools.net/lex/index.html |publisher=Compiler Tools |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Lex became a standard tool in the Unix programming environment and remains in use in various forms decades after its creation. The program automated the process of creating scanners — programs that recognize lexical patterns in text — and was instrumental in the development of compilers and other language-processing software. Schmidt's contribution to Lex, made while he was still a young intern, established his credentials as a capable systems programmer and placed him within the influential community of Unix developers.


=== Sun Microsystems ===
=== Sun Microsystems ===


In 1983, Schmidt joined [[Sun Microsystems]], the Silicon Valley company known for its workstations, servers, and the development of technologies such as the [[Java (programming language)|Java programming language]] and the [[Network File System|NFS]] protocol.<ref name="sun-cto">{{cite web |title=Sun Microsystems Appoints Eric Schmidt as Chief Technology Officer |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080522085645/http://www.sun.com/smi/Press/sunflash/1997-03/sunflash.970318.23634.xml |publisher=Sun Microsystems |date=1997-03-18 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> At Sun, Schmidt held a series of increasingly senior positions over the course of more than a decade. He was involved in the engineering and management of key software projects and rose through the ranks to become the company's [[chief technology officer]] (CTO).<ref name="sun-cto" />
In 1983, Schmidt joined [[Sun Microsystems]], one of the most prominent technology companies of the 1980s and 1990s, known for its workstation computers and the development of the [[Java (programming language)|Java]] programming language and the [[Solaris (operating system)|Solaris]] operating system.<ref name="britannica" /> At Sun, Schmidt served in a variety of roles over more than a decade, rising through the engineering and management ranks. He held positions including director of software products, vice president and general manager of the software products division, and vice president of the general systems group.<ref>{{cite web |title=Sun Microsystems Press Release — Eric Schmidt |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080522085645/http://www.sun.com/smi/Press/sunflash/1997-03/sunflash.970318.23634.xml |publisher=Sun Microsystems |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His tenure at Sun gave him extensive experience in managing both engineering teams and business operations at a major technology company, and it was during this period that Schmidt transitioned from a primarily technical role to one that encompassed broader corporate strategy and leadership.


Schmidt's tenure at Sun Microsystems was formative, as the company was at the forefront of the networked computing revolution during the 1980s and 1990s. Sun's famous motto, "The Network Is the Computer," encapsulated a vision of distributed computing that would later find full expression in the internet age. Schmidt's work at Sun gave him deep expertise in enterprise software, operating systems, and network technology, skills that would prove essential in his later roles.
Schmidt's years at Sun Microsystems coincided with the rapid expansion of the personal computer industry, the growth of networking technologies, and the emergence of the Internet as a commercial platform. His experience navigating these shifts informed his later approach to corporate leadership in the Internet era.


=== Novell ===
=== CEO of Novell ===


In 1997, Schmidt left Sun Microsystems to become the [[chief executive officer]] of [[Novell]], a networking software company based in [[Provo, Utah]].<ref name="britannica" /> At the time, Novell was navigating a challenging competitive landscape, facing pressure from [[Microsoft]] and others in the enterprise networking and operating systems markets. Schmidt served as CEO of Novell from 1997 to 2001, a period during which the company attempted to reposition itself in the rapidly evolving internet technology sector.
In 1997, Schmidt left Sun Microsystems to become the chief executive officer of [[Novell]], a software company best known for its network operating system, [[Novell NetWare]].<ref name="britannica" /> At the time, Novell was facing significant competitive challenges from [[Microsoft]] and was seeking to reposition itself in a rapidly changing technology landscape. Schmidt served as CEO of Novell from 1997 to 2001, a period during which the company attempted to pivot toward Internet-based services and the emerging market for directory and identity management software.


Schmidt's experience leading Novell through a period of industry transition provided him with executive management experience at the highest level of a publicly traded technology company. It was during his time at Novell that Schmidt came to the attention of Google's founders, who were seeking an experienced business leader to help scale their fast-growing search engine company.
Schmidt's tenure at Novell provided him with his first experience leading a publicly traded technology company through a period of strategic transition. While Novell continued to face competitive pressures, Schmidt's experience there prepared him for the larger challenge that would define his career.


=== Google and Alphabet Inc. ===
=== Google: CEO and Executive Chairman ===


Schmidt's most consequential career chapter began in 2001, when he was recruited to serve as the CEO of [[Google]], then a young but rapidly expanding internet search company founded by [[Larry Page]] and [[Sergey Brin]].<ref name="britannica" /> Page and Brin, both Stanford University computer science graduates, had built Google's search technology but recognized the need for seasoned executive leadership to manage the company's growth. Schmidt was brought in to provide what the company's board described as "adult supervision," serving alongside Page and Brin in a leadership triumvirate that would guide Google through its most transformative years.
In 2001, Schmidt was recruited to serve as the chief executive officer of [[Google]], which at the time was a fast-growing but still relatively young search engine company founded by [[Larry Page]] and [[Sergey Brin]].<ref name="britannica" /> Page and Brin, both of whom had been serving in leadership roles since founding Google in 1998, brought Schmidt on board to provide experienced corporate management. The arrangement created a leadership triumvirate in which Schmidt managed the business side of the company while Page and Brin focused on technology and product development.


Under Schmidt's leadership as CEO from 2001 to 2011, Google grew from a private company with a few hundred employees into one of the largest and most profitable technology companies in the world.<ref name="britannica" /> During this period, Google completed its [[initial public offering]] (IPO) in 2004, expanded its product portfolio far beyond search to include [[Gmail]], [[Google Maps]], [[Google Earth]], [[YouTube]] (acquired in 2006), [[Android (operating system)|Android]], and the [[Google Chrome]] web browser. The company's advertising business, built on the [[Google Ads|AdWords]] and [[Google AdSense|AdSense]] platforms, became the primary revenue engine, generating billions of dollars annually.
Under Schmidt's leadership as CEO from 2001 to 2011, Google underwent a dramatic transformation. The company launched its initial public offering (IPO) and expanded far beyond its origins as a search engine, developing or acquiring products and services including [[Gmail]], [[Google Maps]], [[YouTube]], the [[Android (operating system)|Android]] mobile operating system, and the [[Google Chrome]] web browser. Google's advertising platform became one of the most profitable business models in the history of technology, generating billions of dollars in annual revenue. Schmidt played a central role in building Google's corporate infrastructure, negotiating partnerships, managing regulatory relationships, and guiding the company's expansion into new markets and geographies.<ref name="britannica" />


Schmidt's management style was characterized by his emphasis on engineering-driven innovation, data-driven decision making, and a corporate culture that encouraged experimentation. He oversaw the development of Google's massive infrastructure of data centers and the scaling of the company's search technology to handle billions of queries per day. Schmidt also played a key role in Google's strategic acquisitions and international expansion.
In 2011, Schmidt transitioned from the CEO role to the newly created position of executive chairman, with Larry Page resuming the position of CEO.<ref name="britannica" /> As executive chairman, Schmidt focused on external matters including government relations, partnerships, and public advocacy for Google's interests. He continued to serve on Google's board of directors and played a prominent role as the company's public-facing executive.


In 2011, Schmidt transitioned from the CEO role to become Google's executive chairman, with Larry Page resuming the position of CEO.<ref name="britannica" /> In his capacity as executive chairman, Schmidt focused on external affairs, government relations, partnerships, and advising the company's leadership on strategic matters. When Google reorganized under the newly created parent company [[Alphabet Inc.]] in 2015, Schmidt became the executive chairman of Alphabet.<ref name="cnbc-step-down" />
In 2015, when Google restructured itself under a new parent company called [[Alphabet Inc.]], Schmidt became the executive chairman of Alphabet.<ref name="cnbc-stepdown" /> He continued in this role until December 2017, when it was announced that he would step down as executive chairman to become a technical advisor to the company.<ref name="cnbc-stepdown" /> Schmidt served as a technical advisor to Alphabet from 2017 until 2020, marking the end of nearly two decades of formal association with Google and its parent company.


In December 2017, it was announced that Schmidt would step down as executive chairman of Alphabet, though he would remain on the board of directors and serve as a technical advisor to the company.<ref name="cnbc-step-down" /> He continued in the technical advisor role until 2020, ending nearly two decades of formal association with Google and Alphabet.
=== Apple Board of Directors ===


=== Board Service ===
During his time at Google, Schmidt also served on the board of directors of [[Apple Inc.]], a role he held until August 2009. He resigned from Apple's board amid growing overlap between the product lines of the two companies, particularly in the mobile phone market with the [[iPhone]] and Android operating system.<ref name="apple-resign">{{cite web |title=Dr. Eric Schmidt Resigns from Apple's Board of Directors |url=https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2009/08/03Dr-Eric-Schmidt-Resigns-from-Apples-Board-of-Directors/ |publisher=Apple Inc. |date=2009-08-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Apple stated that Schmidt had recused himself from board discussions involving iPhone matters, and that as Google and Apple increasingly competed in the same markets, his continued service on the board was no longer appropriate.<ref name="apple-resign" />


Throughout his career, Schmidt has served on the boards of numerous academic and corporate institutions. He served on the board of trustees of [[Princeton University]], his undergraduate alma mater.<ref name="princeton-trustees" /> He also served on the board of trustees of [[Carnegie Mellon University]].<ref name="cmu">{{cite web |title=Google VP Named CMU Dean |url=http://www.cmu.edu/homepage/society/2014/spring/google-vp-named-cmu-dean.shtml |publisher=Carnegie Mellon University |date=2014 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Additionally, Schmidt served on the board of the [[Mayo Clinic]].<ref name="mayo">{{cite web |title=Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/governance/trustees |publisher=Mayo Clinic |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
=== Post-Google Ventures and AI ===


Schmidt also served on the board of directors of [[Apple Inc.]], a role that became untenable as competition between Google and Apple intensified, particularly in the mobile phone market with the rise of Android. In August 2009, Schmidt resigned from Apple's board, with Apple noting the increasing overlap between the two companies' businesses.<ref name="apple-resign">{{cite web |title=Dr. Eric Schmidt Resigns from Apple's Board of Directors |url=https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2009/08/03Dr-Eric-Schmidt-Resigns-from-Apples-Board-of-Directors/ |publisher=Apple Inc. |date=2009-08-03 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Apple's statement at the time acknowledged that Schmidt had "been a valuable member of Apple's Board of Directors" but that the growing overlap made his continued service impractical.<ref name="apple-resign" />
After departing from his formal roles at Alphabet, Schmidt became increasingly active in the fields of artificial intelligence, national security technology, and venture investment. In 2017, he founded [[Schmidt Futures]], a philanthropic initiative focused on finding and supporting talented individuals working on scientific and technological challenges.<ref name="britannica" />


=== Post-Google Ventures and Investments ===
Schmidt became the first chair of the U.S. [[National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence]] in 2018, a body established by Congress to examine the national security implications of AI and make recommendations for the United States' competitiveness in the field.<ref name="britannica" /> In October 2021, he founded the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a think tank focused on technology competition and national security, and has since served as its chairman.<ref name="britannica" />


After departing from his formal roles at Google and Alphabet, Schmidt has remained an active figure in the technology and business world. In 2025, he became the CEO of [[Relativity Space]], an aerospace manufacturing company focused on 3D-printed rockets and launch vehicles.<ref name="britannica" />
Schmidt's influence on public policy has been significant. He campaigned for [[Barack Obama]] during the 2008 presidential election and subsequently became a member of Obama's [[President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology]].<ref name="britannica" /><ref>{{cite web |title=Google's Eric Schmidt campaigns for Obama |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2008/06/googles-eric-sc.html |work=Los Angeles Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Under his direction, Schmidt Futures provided compensation for two science-office employees in the [[Office of Science and Technology Policy]], and Schmidt had substantial influence on the [[Biden administration]]'s science policy after 2021, particularly in shaping policies related to artificial intelligence.<ref name="britannica" />


Schmidt has also invested in a range of technology ventures. In early 2026, it was reported that Hologen, an AI biotech startup co-founded by Schmidt, was seeking to raise $150 million in a Series A funding round.<ref name="hologen">{{cite news |title=AI biotech founded by ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt is raising $150 million |url=https://www.statnews.com/2026/01/28/hologen-ai-biotech-startup-series-a-fundraise/ |work=STAT |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The company is focused on applying artificial intelligence to biotechnology research.<ref name="hologen" />
As of 2025, Schmidt has taken on the role of CEO of [[Relativity Space]], an aerospace manufacturing company focused on 3D-printed rockets and space launch vehicles.<ref name="britannica" />


Schmidt has also entered the AI data center business. In January 2026, it was reported that he had launched a startup focused on building AI and data centers in rural West Texas, leveraging existing infrastructure including land associated with a former railroad.<ref name="fortune-datacenter">{{cite news |title=Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt jumps into the AI data center business with a failed Texas railroad |url=https://fortune.com/2026/01/02/eric-schmidt-ai-data-centers-bolt-texas-pacific-land-tpl/ |work=Fortune |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Schmidt has been vocal about the energy demands of artificial intelligence, warning publicly that the United States faces an electricity shortage that could constrain AI development. In February 2026, he stated that the country would need an additional 92 gigawatts of electrical capacity to support growing AI infrastructure demands.<ref name="energy-warning">{{cite news |title=Eric Schmidt Says 'We're Running Out Of Electricity,' Urges Space Data Centers |url=https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eric-schmidt-says-were-running-114525226.html |work=Yahoo Finance |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="toi-energy">{{cite news |title=Google's ex CEO Eric Schmidt warns America: We are running out of … |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/googles-ex-ceo-eric-schmidt-warns-america-we-are-running-out-of-/articleshow/128446802.cms |work=The Times of India |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In more recent business activity, Schmidt has continued to invest in AI-related ventures. In early 2026, reports indicated that Hologen, a biotechnology startup co-founded by Schmidt and focused on artificial intelligence applications, was seeking to raise $150 million in a Series A funding round.<ref>{{cite news |title=AI biotech founded by ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt is raising $150 million |url=https://www.statnews.com/2026/01/28/hologen-ai-biotech-startup-series-a-fundraise/ |work=STAT |date=2026-01-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Additionally, Schmidt entered the AI data center business, founding a startup focused on building data center infrastructure in rural West Texas in partnership with [[Texas Pacific Land Corporation]].<ref>{{cite news |title=Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt jumps into the AI data center business with a failed Texas railroad |url=https://fortune.com/2026/01/02/eric-schmidt-ai-data-centers-bolt-texas-pacific-land-tpl/ |work=Fortune |date=2026-01-02 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Public Policy and Government Advisory Roles ===
Schmidt has also been vocal about energy policy in the context of AI development. In early 2026, he warned publicly that the United States faces a significant electricity shortage, stating that the country needs an additional 92 gigawatts of power capacity to support the growing demands of AI data centers and other computing infrastructure.<ref>{{cite news |title=Google's ex CEO Eric Schmidt warns America: We are running out of electricity |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/googles-ex-ceo-eric-schmidt-warns-america-we-are-running-out-of-/articleshow/128446802.cms |work=The Times of India |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Eric Schmidt Says 'We're Running Out Of Electricity,' Urges Space Data Centers |url=https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eric-schmidt-says-were-running-114525226.html |work=Yahoo Finance |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Schmidt has been a prominent figure in the intersection of technology and public policy. In 2008, during his tenure as Google's chairman, he campaigned for [[Barack Obama]] in the presidential election.<ref name="latimes-obama">{{cite web |title=Google's Eric Schmidt campaigns for Obama |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2008/06/googles-eric-sc.html |publisher=Los Angeles Times |date=2008-06 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Following Obama's election, Schmidt became a member of the [[President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology]] (PCAST), providing guidance on technology and innovation policy to the White House.
== Board Memberships and Academic Affiliations ==


In 2018, Schmidt was appointed as the first chair of the [[National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence]] (NSCAI), a congressionally mandated body tasked with examining the national security implications of artificial intelligence and making recommendations to the U.S. government on how to maintain competitiveness in AI development.
Throughout his career, Schmidt has served on numerous boards of trustees and advisory bodies in both academia and industry. He has been a member of the board of trustees at [[Carnegie Mellon University]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Google VP Named CMU Dean |url=http://www.cmu.edu/homepage/society/2014/spring/google-vp-named-cmu-dean.shtml |publisher=Carnegie Mellon University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> and [[Princeton University]], his undergraduate alma mater.<ref name="princeton" /> He has also served on the board of trustees of the [[Mayo Clinic]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/governance/trustees |publisher=Mayo Clinic |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


In October 2021, Schmidt founded the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a policy organization focused on maintaining American competitiveness in key technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. He has served as its chairman since its founding. Schmidt has had significant influence on U.S. science policy, particularly during the Biden administration, where his recommendations and advocacy helped shape government approaches to AI regulation, development, and deployment.
Schmidt's board service at Apple, which ran concurrently with his leadership of Google, was notable for the tensions it created between the two technology companies and ultimately ended with his resignation in 2009.<ref name="apple-resign" />


=== Schmidt Futures ===
== Personal Life ==


In 2017, Schmidt founded Schmidt Futures, a philanthropic initiative structured as a venture philanthropy organization.<ref name="britannica" /> Schmidt Futures has focused on funding scientific research, technology development, and talent programs aimed at addressing global challenges. The organization has supported a range of initiatives, from AI research to public health and climate science. Under Schmidt's direction, Schmidt Futures provided compensation for two science-office employees in the [[Office of Science and Technology Policy]] (OSTP), a practice that drew attention for its implications regarding the role of private philanthropy in government operations.
Eric Schmidt has been married to Wendy Schmidt. The couple has been involved in philanthropic and real estate activities together. In early 2026, Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquired a controlling interest in a 2.43-acre property known as the Tri-County Produce site on Santa Barbara's Eastside.<ref>{{cite news |title=Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquire full control of Tri-County Produce site |url=https://www.newspress.com/2026/01/28/wendy-and-eric-schmidt-acquire-full-control-of-tri-county-produce-site/ |work=Santa Barbara News-Press |date=2026-01-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
== Personal Life ==


Schmidt married Wendy Susan Boyle in 1980, and the couple has two daughters.<ref name="britannica" /> Wendy Schmidt has been active in philanthropy and environmental causes in her own right. In January 2026, Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquired full controlling interest in a 2.43-acre site known as the Tri-County Produce site on Santa Barbara's Eastside.<ref name="sb-property">{{cite news |title=Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquire full control of Tri-County Produce site |url=https://www.newspress.com/2026/01/28/wendy-and-eric-schmidt-acquire-full-control-of-tri-county-produce-site/ |work=Santa Barbara News-Press |date=2026-01-28 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Schmidt also holds a minority ownership stake in the [[Washington Commanders]] of the [[National Football League]] (NFL).<ref name="britannica" />


Schmidt owns a minority stake in the [[Washington Commanders]] of the [[National Football League]] (NFL), reflecting his interest in professional sports ownership.
Schmidt's personal life has attracted media coverage beyond his business activities. In 2026, tabloid reports linked the 70-year-old Schmidt to a younger companion, generating public attention.<ref>{{cite news |title=Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt, 70, spotted with 27-year-old daughter of German politician: report |url=https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/ex-google-ceo-eric-schmidt-151653858.html |work=Yahoo |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


Schmidt's contributions to the technology industry and public policy have been recognized through various honors. He was inducted into the Yorktown High School Alumni Hall of Fame, recognizing his accomplishments as a graduate of the school.<ref name="yorktown" />
Schmidt's contributions to the technology industry have been recognized through numerous honors and affiliations. He was inducted into the Yorktown High School Alumni Hall of Fame for his achievements.<ref name="yorktown" />
 
His tenure at Google is considered one of the defining periods in the growth of the modern internet economy. Schmidt oversaw Google's transformation from a search engine company into a diversified technology conglomerate with products and services used by billions of people worldwide. The company's IPO in 2004 and its subsequent growth into one of the most valuable companies in the world occurred under his leadership.


Schmidt has also been recognized for his public policy contributions, particularly his work as chair of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence, which produced a comprehensive report in 2021 with recommendations for maintaining U.S. leadership in AI. His founding of the Special Competitive Studies Project further established his role as a leading voice in the national conversation about technology competitiveness and national security.
His service on the boards of major academic institutions, including Princeton University and Carnegie Mellon University, reflects his standing in both the academic and business communities. His appointment as the first chair of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence represented a recognition by the U.S. Congress of his expertise in technology and its implications for national security.<ref name="britannica" />


In 2015, Schmidt delivered the commencement address at [[Virginia Tech]], where he addressed graduates about the role of technology in shaping the future.<ref name="time-vt">{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt to Grads: You Can Write the Code for All of Us |url=https://time.com/collections/advice-for-2015-grads/3889977/eric-schmidt-graduation-speech-vt/ |publisher=Time Magazine |date=2015 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Schmidt has also been recognized as a significant public intellectual and commentator on technology policy. He has delivered notable public addresses, including a commencement speech at [[Virginia Tech]] in which he encouraged graduates to consider the societal impact of technology.<ref>{{cite web |title=Eric Schmidt to Grads: You Can Write the Code for All of Us |url=https://time.com/collections/advice-for-2015-grads/3889977/eric-schmidt-graduation-speech-vt/ |work=Time |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Eric Schmidt's legacy is closely tied to the growth and dominance of Google as a technology company and to the broader development of the internet economy in the early 21st century. His role as CEO during the period from 2001 to 2011 coincided with a transformative era in which Google expanded from a search engine into a company with products spanning email, mobile operating systems, video sharing, mapping, cloud computing, and online advertising. The advertising revenue model that Google refined under Schmidt's tenure became the financial foundation for much of the free internet content and services that billions of people use daily.
Eric Schmidt's legacy is most closely associated with his role in transforming Google from a startup into one of the most influential and valuable corporations in history. During his decade as CEO, Google established the business model of search-engine advertising that came to dominate the Internet economy, and the company expanded into virtually every major area of consumer technology, from mobile operating systems to cloud computing, video sharing, and mapping.


Beyond Google, Schmidt's career has reflected a pattern of engagement with the most significant technology trends of successive decades: Unix and systems software in the 1970s and 1980s, enterprise networking in the 1990s, internet search and advertising in the 2000s, and artificial intelligence and aerospace in the 2020s. His transition from corporate leadership to public policy advisory roles has positioned him as a figure at the intersection of government and the technology industry, particularly on questions related to AI governance, national competitiveness, and energy infrastructure.
Beyond Google, Schmidt's career reflects a broader pattern of technology leaders moving between corporate, governmental, and philanthropic spheres. His involvement in presidential campaigns, science advisory councils, and national security commissions illustrates the growing intersection of the technology industry with public policy in the 21st century. His founding of Schmidt Futures and the Special Competitive Studies Project positioned him as a figure who seeks to influence the direction of scientific research and national technology strategy.


Schmidt's philanthropic work through Schmidt Futures has sought to apply the venture model to scientific and technological challenges, funding talent and research in areas ranging from AI to public health. His policy organizations, including the Special Competitive Studies Project, continue to influence discussions about American technology strategy.
Schmidt's early technical contributions, particularly his co-authorship of Lex, connected him to the foundational Unix community that shaped modern computing. His subsequent career path — from systems programmer to corporate CEO to policy advisor — mirrors the trajectory of the technology industry itself, from its academic and research origins to its position at the center of the global economy and geopolitical competition.


His co-authorship of Lex as a young intern at Bell Labs and his subsequent rise through Sun Microsystems, Novell, and Google to become one of the most prominent technology executives in the world represents a career arc that spans the full history of the personal computing and internet eras.<ref name="lex" /><ref name="britannica" />
His more recent activities in artificial intelligence, aerospace through Relativity Space, and energy infrastructure advocacy suggest a continued focus on the technological and industrial challenges that will shape the coming decades.


== References ==
== References ==
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Eric Schmidt
BornEric Emerson Schmidt
27 4, 1955
BirthplaceFalls Church, Virginia, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationBusinessman, technology executive
Known forCEO and executive chairman of Google; executive chairman of Alphabet Inc.
EducationPh.D., University of California, Berkeley
AwardsTemplate:Ubl

Eric Emerson Schmidt (born April 27, 1955) is an American businessman, technology executive, and former software engineer whose career has spanned some of the most consequential developments in the modern technology industry. He is best known for serving as the chief executive officer of Google from 2001 to 2011 and as the company's executive chairman from 2011 to 2015, a period during which Google grew from a promising search engine startup into one of the most valuable corporations in the world.[1] Schmidt subsequently served as executive chairman of Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., from 2015 to 2017, and as a technical advisor to Alphabet from 2017 to 2020.[2] Prior to Google, Schmidt held leadership roles at Sun Microsystems and served as CEO of Novell from 1997 to 2001. Beyond the corporate world, Schmidt has engaged extensively in public policy, philanthropy, and national security matters, including serving as the first chair of the U.S. National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence. As of 2025, he serves as CEO of Relativity Space, an aerospace manufacturing company, and remains active in artificial intelligence ventures and energy policy advocacy.

Early Life

Eric Emerson Schmidt was born on April 27, 1955, in Falls Church, Virginia, a suburb of Washington, D.C.[1] He grew up in the northern Virginia area during a period of rapid technological change in the United States. Schmidt attended Yorktown High School in Arlington, Virginia, where he graduated in 1972.[3] He was later inducted into the Yorktown High School Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of his achievements in the technology industry.[3]

Schmidt's interest in engineering and computing emerged early, and he pursued higher education in these fields. His academic trajectory would take him from the East Coast to some of the premier institutions of electrical engineering and computer science research in the country, ultimately shaping the technical foundation upon which he would build a career that bridged software engineering and corporate leadership.

Education

Schmidt earned his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Princeton University.[1][4] He subsequently moved to California to pursue graduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned both a master's degree and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer science.[1] His doctoral research placed him at the center of the Berkeley computing community during a formative era for the Unix operating system and open-source software development.

While at Berkeley, Schmidt was involved in the development of the Berkeley Software Distribution (BSD) of Unix, contributing to one of the most influential lineages of operating system software in computing history.[5] His graduate work provided him with deep technical expertise in systems programming and software tools, skills that would prove foundational in his early career.

Career

Early Work at Bell Labs and Lex

Schmidt's career in technology began even before the completion of his graduate studies. In 1975, while working as an intern at Bell Labs, the legendary research division of AT&T, Schmidt co-authored Lex, a software program designed to generate lexical analysers for the Unix operating system.[1][6] Lex became a standard tool in the Unix programming environment and remains in use in various forms decades after its creation. The program automated the process of creating scanners — programs that recognize lexical patterns in text — and was instrumental in the development of compilers and other language-processing software. Schmidt's contribution to Lex, made while he was still a young intern, established his credentials as a capable systems programmer and placed him within the influential community of Unix developers.

Sun Microsystems

In 1983, Schmidt joined Sun Microsystems, one of the most prominent technology companies of the 1980s and 1990s, known for its workstation computers and the development of the Java programming language and the Solaris operating system.[1] At Sun, Schmidt served in a variety of roles over more than a decade, rising through the engineering and management ranks. He held positions including director of software products, vice president and general manager of the software products division, and vice president of the general systems group.[7] His tenure at Sun gave him extensive experience in managing both engineering teams and business operations at a major technology company, and it was during this period that Schmidt transitioned from a primarily technical role to one that encompassed broader corporate strategy and leadership.

Schmidt's years at Sun Microsystems coincided with the rapid expansion of the personal computer industry, the growth of networking technologies, and the emergence of the Internet as a commercial platform. His experience navigating these shifts informed his later approach to corporate leadership in the Internet era.

CEO of Novell

In 1997, Schmidt left Sun Microsystems to become the chief executive officer of Novell, a software company best known for its network operating system, Novell NetWare.[1] At the time, Novell was facing significant competitive challenges from Microsoft and was seeking to reposition itself in a rapidly changing technology landscape. Schmidt served as CEO of Novell from 1997 to 2001, a period during which the company attempted to pivot toward Internet-based services and the emerging market for directory and identity management software.

Schmidt's tenure at Novell provided him with his first experience leading a publicly traded technology company through a period of strategic transition. While Novell continued to face competitive pressures, Schmidt's experience there prepared him for the larger challenge that would define his career.

Google: CEO and Executive Chairman

In 2001, Schmidt was recruited to serve as the chief executive officer of Google, which at the time was a fast-growing but still relatively young search engine company founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin.[1] Page and Brin, both of whom had been serving in leadership roles since founding Google in 1998, brought Schmidt on board to provide experienced corporate management. The arrangement created a leadership triumvirate in which Schmidt managed the business side of the company while Page and Brin focused on technology and product development.

Under Schmidt's leadership as CEO from 2001 to 2011, Google underwent a dramatic transformation. The company launched its initial public offering (IPO) and expanded far beyond its origins as a search engine, developing or acquiring products and services including Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, the Android mobile operating system, and the Google Chrome web browser. Google's advertising platform became one of the most profitable business models in the history of technology, generating billions of dollars in annual revenue. Schmidt played a central role in building Google's corporate infrastructure, negotiating partnerships, managing regulatory relationships, and guiding the company's expansion into new markets and geographies.[1]

In 2011, Schmidt transitioned from the CEO role to the newly created position of executive chairman, with Larry Page resuming the position of CEO.[1] As executive chairman, Schmidt focused on external matters including government relations, partnerships, and public advocacy for Google's interests. He continued to serve on Google's board of directors and played a prominent role as the company's public-facing executive.

In 2015, when Google restructured itself under a new parent company called Alphabet Inc., Schmidt became the executive chairman of Alphabet.[2] He continued in this role until December 2017, when it was announced that he would step down as executive chairman to become a technical advisor to the company.[2] Schmidt served as a technical advisor to Alphabet from 2017 until 2020, marking the end of nearly two decades of formal association with Google and its parent company.

Apple Board of Directors

During his time at Google, Schmidt also served on the board of directors of Apple Inc., a role he held until August 2009. He resigned from Apple's board amid growing overlap between the product lines of the two companies, particularly in the mobile phone market with the iPhone and Android operating system.[8] Apple stated that Schmidt had recused himself from board discussions involving iPhone matters, and that as Google and Apple increasingly competed in the same markets, his continued service on the board was no longer appropriate.[8]

Post-Google Ventures and AI

After departing from his formal roles at Alphabet, Schmidt became increasingly active in the fields of artificial intelligence, national security technology, and venture investment. In 2017, he founded Schmidt Futures, a philanthropic initiative focused on finding and supporting talented individuals working on scientific and technological challenges.[1]

Schmidt became the first chair of the U.S. National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence in 2018, a body established by Congress to examine the national security implications of AI and make recommendations for the United States' competitiveness in the field.[1] In October 2021, he founded the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a think tank focused on technology competition and national security, and has since served as its chairman.[1]

Schmidt's influence on public policy has been significant. He campaigned for Barack Obama during the 2008 presidential election and subsequently became a member of Obama's President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.[1][9] Under his direction, Schmidt Futures provided compensation for two science-office employees in the Office of Science and Technology Policy, and Schmidt had substantial influence on the Biden administration's science policy after 2021, particularly in shaping policies related to artificial intelligence.[1]

As of 2025, Schmidt has taken on the role of CEO of Relativity Space, an aerospace manufacturing company focused on 3D-printed rockets and space launch vehicles.[1]

In more recent business activity, Schmidt has continued to invest in AI-related ventures. In early 2026, reports indicated that Hologen, a biotechnology startup co-founded by Schmidt and focused on artificial intelligence applications, was seeking to raise $150 million in a Series A funding round.[10] Additionally, Schmidt entered the AI data center business, founding a startup focused on building data center infrastructure in rural West Texas in partnership with Texas Pacific Land Corporation.[11]

Schmidt has also been vocal about energy policy in the context of AI development. In early 2026, he warned publicly that the United States faces a significant electricity shortage, stating that the country needs an additional 92 gigawatts of power capacity to support the growing demands of AI data centers and other computing infrastructure.[12][13]

Board Memberships and Academic Affiliations

Throughout his career, Schmidt has served on numerous boards of trustees and advisory bodies in both academia and industry. He has been a member of the board of trustees at Carnegie Mellon University[14] and Princeton University, his undergraduate alma mater.[4] He has also served on the board of trustees of the Mayo Clinic.[15]

Schmidt's board service at Apple, which ran concurrently with his leadership of Google, was notable for the tensions it created between the two technology companies and ultimately ended with his resignation in 2009.[8]

Personal Life

Eric Schmidt has been married to Wendy Schmidt. The couple has been involved in philanthropic and real estate activities together. In early 2026, Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquired a controlling interest in a 2.43-acre property known as the Tri-County Produce site on Santa Barbara's Eastside.[16]

Schmidt also holds a minority ownership stake in the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL).[1]

Schmidt's personal life has attracted media coverage beyond his business activities. In 2026, tabloid reports linked the 70-year-old Schmidt to a younger companion, generating public attention.[17]

Recognition

Schmidt's contributions to the technology industry have been recognized through numerous honors and affiliations. He was inducted into the Yorktown High School Alumni Hall of Fame for his achievements.[3]

His service on the boards of major academic institutions, including Princeton University and Carnegie Mellon University, reflects his standing in both the academic and business communities. His appointment as the first chair of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence represented a recognition by the U.S. Congress of his expertise in technology and its implications for national security.[1]

Schmidt has also been recognized as a significant public intellectual and commentator on technology policy. He has delivered notable public addresses, including a commencement speech at Virginia Tech in which he encouraged graduates to consider the societal impact of technology.[18]

Legacy

Eric Schmidt's legacy is most closely associated with his role in transforming Google from a startup into one of the most influential and valuable corporations in history. During his decade as CEO, Google established the business model of search-engine advertising that came to dominate the Internet economy, and the company expanded into virtually every major area of consumer technology, from mobile operating systems to cloud computing, video sharing, and mapping.

Beyond Google, Schmidt's career reflects a broader pattern of technology leaders moving between corporate, governmental, and philanthropic spheres. His involvement in presidential campaigns, science advisory councils, and national security commissions illustrates the growing intersection of the technology industry with public policy in the 21st century. His founding of Schmidt Futures and the Special Competitive Studies Project positioned him as a figure who seeks to influence the direction of scientific research and national technology strategy.

Schmidt's early technical contributions, particularly his co-authorship of Lex, connected him to the foundational Unix community that shaped modern computing. His subsequent career path — from systems programmer to corporate CEO to policy advisor — mirrors the trajectory of the technology industry itself, from its academic and research origins to its position at the center of the global economy and geopolitical competition.

His more recent activities in artificial intelligence, aerospace through Relativity Space, and energy infrastructure advocacy suggest a continued focus on the technological and industrial challenges that will shape the coming decades.

References

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 "Eric Schmidt".Encyclopedia Britannica.https://www.britannica.com/money/Eric-Schmidt.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Eric Schmidt is stepping down as the executive chairman of Alphabet".CNBC.https://www.cnbc.com/2017/12/21/eric-schmidt-is-stepping-down-as-the-executive-chairman-of-alphabet.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Eric Schmidt '72 — Yorktown Alumni Hall of Fame".Yorktown Alumni Association.https://web.archive.org/web/20081121005612/http://www.yorktownalums.org/hall_of_fame/inductees/schmidt_72.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Princeton University Board of Trustees".Princeton University.https://www.princeton.edu/pub/profile-archive/profile200708/trustees/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ "Berkeley Software Distribution (4BSD)".Archive-It.https://wayback.archive-it.org/all/20080528104711/http://www.krsaborio.net/research/acrobat/1980s/8002_bsd.pdf.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ "Lex — A Lexical Analyzer Generator".Compiler Tools.http://dinosaur.compilertools.net/lex/index.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ "Sun Microsystems Press Release — Eric Schmidt".Sun Microsystems.https://web.archive.org/web/20080522085645/http://www.sun.com/smi/Press/sunflash/1997-03/sunflash.970318.23634.xml.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "Dr. Eric Schmidt Resigns from Apple's Board of Directors".Apple Inc..2009-08-03.https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2009/08/03Dr-Eric-Schmidt-Resigns-from-Apples-Board-of-Directors/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ "Google's Eric Schmidt campaigns for Obama".Los Angeles Times.http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2008/06/googles-eric-sc.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "AI biotech founded by ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt is raising $150 million".STAT.2026-01-28.https://www.statnews.com/2026/01/28/hologen-ai-biotech-startup-series-a-fundraise/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt jumps into the AI data center business with a failed Texas railroad".Fortune.2026-01-02.https://fortune.com/2026/01/02/eric-schmidt-ai-data-centers-bolt-texas-pacific-land-tpl/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ "Google's ex CEO Eric Schmidt warns America: We are running out of electricity".The Times of India.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/googles-ex-ceo-eric-schmidt-warns-america-we-are-running-out-of-/articleshow/128446802.cms.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ "Eric Schmidt Says 'We're Running Out Of Electricity,' Urges Space Data Centers".Yahoo Finance.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eric-schmidt-says-were-running-114525226.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ "Google VP Named CMU Dean".Carnegie Mellon University.http://www.cmu.edu/homepage/society/2014/spring/google-vp-named-cmu-dean.shtml.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ "Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees".Mayo Clinic.https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/governance/trustees.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "Wendy and Eric Schmidt acquire full control of Tri-County Produce site".Santa Barbara News-Press.2026-01-28.https://www.newspress.com/2026/01/28/wendy-and-eric-schmidt-acquire-full-control-of-tri-county-produce-site/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt, 70, spotted with 27-year-old daughter of German politician: report".Yahoo.https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/ex-google-ceo-eric-schmidt-151653858.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Eric Schmidt to Grads: You Can Write the Code for All of Us".Time.https://time.com/collections/advice-for-2015-grads/3889977/eric-schmidt-graduation-speech-vt/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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