Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg Resigns After 14 Years at Facebook
Sheryl Sandberg steps down as Meta's chief operating officer, ending a transformative 14-year run at the company. She plans to transition to a role on the company's board of directors this fall.
Sheryl Sandberg steps down as Meta's chief operating officer after 14 years, marking the end of an era for the social media giant. She officially transitions to a role on the company's board of directors this fall, though she plans to remain involved in her philanthropic work and other personal projects.
Sandberg plays a crucial role in building Facebook's massive advertising business and shaping its corporate structure alongside CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Her departure leaves a significant leadership vacuum at the top of Meta as the company navigates a challenging period marked by slowing growth and increased regulatory scrutiny.
The tech veteran expresses gratitude for her time at the company while Zuckerberg praises her immense contributions to their shared success. Meta now faces the complex task of finding a successor capable of guiding the company through its current pivot toward the metaverse and ongoing business pressures.