https://www.cnet.com/news/eric-schmidt-and-diane-greene-to-leave-alphabets-board-of-directors/ > "Eric has made an extraordinary contribution to Google and Alphabet as CEO, Chairman, and Board member," John Hennessy, Alphabet's board chairman, said in a statement. "We are extremely grateful for his guidance and leadership over many years." > In a tweet, Schmidt said after he leaves he'll be spending his time "helping the next generation of talent to serve."