Messari Leadership Shakeup: Ryan Selkis Exits After Controversial Political Statements
- Ryan Selkis resigns as Messari CEO following backlash from Trump-supporting tweets and controversial remarks.
- Selkis’ shift from supporting Biden to endorsing Trump led to significant backlash, resulting in his resignation.
- Despite stepping down as CEO, Selkis will continue with Messari in an advisory role amid ongoing controversies.
Ryan Selkis, co-founder of blockchain analytics firm Messari, stepped down as CEO following a series of politically charged tweets supporting former President Donald Trump.
Selkis announced his resignation through his X account (formerly Twitter) on Friday, capping a week of heightened tension. On Thursday, he had briefly made his account private after the post expressing a hostile sentiment towards a green card holder, stating he hoped “we send you back.”
A leader's first responsibility is to his team.
— Ryan Selkis (d/acc)
This week was the first week in 6.5 years that my politics and rhetoric put the team in harms way.
As such, I have decided to step aside as CEO.
My friend, colleague, and founding teammate @ericturnr will be taking the helm. pic.twitter.com/6icM6efMUu(@twobitidiot) July 19, 2024
In his resignation…
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