Career Timeline of Bill McDermott: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Bill McDermott, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

William (Bill) R. McDermott is an American businessman, currently serving as the CEO of ServiceNow. He previously held the position of CEO at SAP SE, during which time the company's market value significantly increased. McDermott is also an author, having co-written the memoir "Winners Dream: A Journey from Corner Store to Corner Office," which garnered a business book award. He transitioned to ServiceNow as CEO in November 2019, continuing his career in executive leadership within the technology sector.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2000: President of Gartner

In 2000, McDermott became the president of Gartner.

2001: Executive VP at Siebel Systems

In 2001, he became the executive vice president of worldwide sales and operations at Siebel Systems.

2002: CEO of SAP America

In 2002, McDermott was appointed by SAP as the CEO of SAP America.

2002: Executive VP at Siebel Systems

In 2002, he was the executive vice president of worldwide sales and operations at Siebel Systems.

2008: Designated to the SAP Executive Board

In 2008, McDermott was designated to the SAP Executive Board.

February 2010: Co-CEO of SAP AG

In February 2010, McDermott became the co-CEO of SAP AG.

May 21, 2014: CEO of SAP SE

On May 21, 2014, McDermott became the first American to become the CEO of SAP SE.

2016: Highest Paid Executive

In 2016, McDermott became the best-paid executive leading the companies that form the German stock index DAX, earning a direct remuneration of €11.6 million.

2018: SAP Market Capitalization

SAP's market capitalization increased from $39 billion to $144 billion between 2010 and 2018.

October 10, 2019: McDermott Leaves SAP SE

On October 10, 2019, McDermott decided to leave SAP SE.

October 2019: Appointment as CEO of ServiceNow

At the end of October 2019, after McDermott stepped down from SAP, ServiceNow announced his appointment as CEO. He succeeded John Donahoe.

November 2019: McDermott became CEO of ServiceNow

In November 2019, McDermott began his role as CEO of ServiceNow.

2019: Left Under Armour Board

Until 2019, McDermott was on the boards of Under Armour.

2022: Comments on the Metaverse

In 2022, McDermott stated that he believes "that there's a real place in the world for the metaverse," and that ServiceNow could help someone "create an e-mall in the metaverse".