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Date Published
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Alex MacCaw
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640
Language
English
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Summary

Clearbit's co-founder and CEO, Alex MacCaw, has announced his transition to a chairman of the board position, with co-founder and CMO Matt Sornson stepping in as interim CEO. MacCaw expressed pride in the company’s recent achievements, including a record-breaking quarter in terms of revenue and retention, and emphasized the need for a new leadership skill set to guide Clearbit toward its goal of reaching $100 million in revenue. This strategic shift acknowledges the necessity of aligning product, engineering, and go-to-market teams under a cohesive vision to drive future growth. The CEO search, led by the COO and board, aims to find a leader who can sustain Clearbit's unique culture while advancing its ambitious financial targets. MacCaw highlighted the importance of this transition for the company's evolution and expressed excitement for its future prospects and initiatives.