SCHW SEC filings last scanned 13 May 2026, 22:37 UTC
CEO Timeline
Richard A. WursterCurrent
Jan 2025 — Present(1y 4mo)
Richard A. Wurster was appointed CEO of The Charles Schwab Corporation, effective January 1, 2025, succeeding Walter W. Bettinger II.
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David S. PottruckCurrentCo-CEOManually reviewed
Jan 1998 — Present(28y 4mo)
Pottruck became co-CEO on January 1, 1998 per FundingUniverse. He shared the title with Charles Schwab through May 2003 (Wikipedia, aboutschwab.com). This co-CEO tenure precedes and is distinct from his sole-CEO tenure (2003–2004-07-20).
Walter W. Bettinger II
Oct 2008 — Dec 2024(16y 2mo)
Walter W. Bettinger II was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of The Charles Schwab Corporation, effective October 1, 2008, succeeding Charles R. Schwab who transitioned to Chairman.
planned retirement
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Charles R. Schwab
Jul 2004 — Oct 2008(4y 3mo)
Charles R. Schwab was appointed Chief Executive Officer of The Charles Schwab Corporation, effective July 20, 2004, succeeding David S. Pottruck.