Michael Cowpland is the CEO of Corel. Cowpland is based in Canada. Cowpland was born in 1943 in Bexhill-on-Sea and educated at Bexhill College and Carleton University.
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Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Michael Cowpland spans his long tenure in Canadian technology leadership, including his founding and stewardship of Corel through periods of executive transition, as well as his involvement in other ventures and business interests. Headlines document Cowpland's departure from and subsequent return to leadership roles at the company, along with coverage of his acquittal on insider trading charges in the early 2000s. The coverage also positions Cowpland within the broader narrative of Canadian technology pioneers who built lasting enterprises.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- April 23, 1943 · Bexhill-on-Sea
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Education
- Bexhill College, Carleton University, Imperial College London
Our coverage
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In the News
- The Logic·
New name, new boss, new pitch: The company formerly known as Corel wants to enable your remote-working life
- Ottawa Citizen·
The Capital Builders: A who's who of tech giants who not only survived – but thrived
- CBC·
Bill Gates in Canada: a checkered legacy
- The Globe and Mail·
'I don't mind shocking people'
- The Register·
Former Corel CEO innocent of insider charges shock
- CBC·
Cowpland to head hi-tech company again
- CBC·
Corel appoints new CEO
- CBC·
Cowpland steps down as head of Corel
- The Globe and Mail·
Chanel, Gucci, Bunny, Blondie and Marlen
- The Globe and Mail·
How Cowpland spends his days
Michael Cowpland: FAQ
- What company does Michael Cowpland lead?
- Michael Cowpland is CEO of Corel.
- Where was Michael Cowpland educated?
- Michael Cowpland studied at Bexhill College, Carleton University, Imperial College London.