Andy Byron resigned as CEO of Cincinnati-based Astronomer Inc. after being placed on leave due to a viral incident involving a jumbotron video at a concert. The board of directors initiated a formal investigation regarding the event, which featured Byron and chief people officer Kristin Cabot. The company confirmed the situation through a LinkedIn post, emphasizing commitment to values and accountability in leadership. Pete DeJoy, the cofounder and chief product officer, has been appointed as interim CEO while the search begins for Byron's successor. Concert venues typically warn attendees about potential filming during events.
"Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met."
"The move comes a day after the company said that Byron had been placed on leave and the board of directors had launched a formal investigation into the jumbotron incident, which went viral."
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