HubSpot Announces Leadership Transition: Co-Founder Brian Halligan Returns as Chief Executive Officer to Lead a Refounding of the Company; Karen Burgess Named Next Chief Financial Officer
Key Highlights
- ➤Brian Halligan returns as HubSpot CEO effective November 12, 2026
- ➤Yamini Rangan steps down as CEO and board member November 12
- ➤Karen Burgess succeeds Kate Bueker as CFO February 11, 2027
- ➤HubSpot reaffirms fourth-quarter and full-year 2026 guidance
- ➤HubSpot expects $3.7 billion revenue in 2026, up from $1.3 billion in 2021
Expert Statements
Brian Halligan, Co-founder and CEO of HubSpot
“Chapter three is building the customer relationship harness that will enable millions to grow better. This is a refounding, and I can't wait to start!”
Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot
“Brian knows this company better than anyone, and I have tremendous confidence in his leadership as HubSpot enters its next chapter.”
Lorrie Norrington, Chairperson of the HubSpot Board of Directors
“As co-founder, Brian combines unmatched knowledge of our customers and culture with a clear vision for where AI takes our category, and the Board is united in its support of his refounding of the company.”
Brian Halligan, Co-founder and CEO of HubSpot
“Her financial expertise and strategic perspective will be incredibly valuable in guiding HubSpot’s next chapter.”
Karen Burgess, Incoming CFO of HubSpot
“I look forward to partnering with Brian and the leadership team to bring a disciplined approach to capital allocation, support smart investments to drive our future growth, and create lasting value for stockholders.”
Kate Bueker, CFO of HubSpot
“I’m especially proud of the finance team and the role we have played in helping HubSpot scale and navigate a rapidly changing industry.”
HubSpot Announces Leadership Transition: Co-Founder Brian Halligan Returns as Chief Executive Officer to Lead a Refounding of the Company; Karen Burgess Named Next Chief Financial Officer
HubSpot, Inc. (NYSE: HUBS), the agentic customer platform for scaling companies, today announced that Yamini Rangan will step down as Chief Executive Officer and from the Board, effective November 12, 2026. The company’s Board of Directors has appointed co-founder Brian Halligan as Chief Executive Officer, effective the same day. Rangan will remain with the company through December 1, 2026, to ensure a smooth transition.
Get started
Create a free account to read the full story.