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CEO departure and appointment of interim CEO, with strategic advisor engagement, creates uncertainty about leadership and future direction.

Shutterstock announced that Paul Hennessy has stepped down as CEO and board member, effective immediately. The board has appointed Rik Powell as interim CEO while he continues serving as CFO, overseeing operations as the board evaluates next steps. Hennessy will remain in a non-executive advisory role through August 7, 2026, to support the transition. The board also plans to engage a strategic advisor to help develop the company's go-forward strategy.
ShutterstockCEO departure and appointment of interim CEO, with strategic advisor engagement, creates uncertainty about leadership and future direction.