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Chief Layoffs

April 2023

Chief announced a layoff affecting 43 employees (14% of its workforce) in April 2023. The company operates in the HR sector.

Share:
People Affected

43

Percentage

14%

Announced Date

Apr 27, 2023

Company Information

Industry
HR
Country
US
Region
New York City
Last Updated: Apr 18, 2026

About

Chief, a professional network for women leaders, laid off 43 employees, representing 14% of its staff, on April 27, 2023, as part of a restructuring effort in response to the challenging economic environment. The company, which operates in the professional networking and community industry, now has around 262 remaining employees. The layoffs primarily affected U.S. staff, sparing its smaller U.K. presence. In an email to employees, co-founders cited a focus on enhancing member experience through in-person opportunities, personalization, digital simplification, and embedding diversity and inclusion. This move follows recent scrutiny over the company's stance on social issues, as it continues to serve its 20,000-member base.

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