Cook himself penned an opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal late last year, urging the U.S. In a statement to Reuters, Apple spokeswoman Michaela Wilkinson said, 'Apple believes equality and diversity make us stronger, and we're proud to support our employees and their friends and families in this weekend's celebration.'Īpple has never been one to shy away from supporting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. #applepride /4DncX8F6fO- Tim Cook June 29, 2014 The chief executive, in particular, tweeted to congratulate the Apple employees and their families in joining the cause, adding that 'Inclusion inspires innovation.'Ĭongrats to 5000 Apple employees/families who attended today’s Pride parade.Inclusion inspires innovation. Jackson were in attendance, as pictured in a number of selfies compiled by 9to5Mac. today.ĭubbed 'Apple Pride,' the company's participation in the event had thousands of Apple employees marching with T-shirts designed with the Apple logo lined with Pride colors.Īpple CEO Tim Cook and environmental adviser Lisa P.
Apple waved the banner for LGBT rights at the San Francisco Pride Festival, one of the many Gay Pride parades held across the U.S.
