Business Insider’s Editor-in-Chief Steps Down but Remains Committed to Company’s Success

Business Insider’s Editor-in-Chief, Nicholas Carlson, has announced that he will be stepping down from his role at the company. Despite resigning as editor-in-chief, Carlson will continue to work with Business Insider as an editor-at-large, focusing on longer-term reporting and projects. The search for a replacement is already underway, with CEO Barbara Peng leading the effort.

In an internal memo obtained by TheWrap, CEO Barbara Peng praised Carlson for his contributions to Business Insider, stating that he has had a significant impact on the company. She also confirmed that they will be looking for a new editor-in-chief in the coming weeks and months.

During a meeting with staff, Carlson addressed the news of his departure, emphasizing that his decision to step down was not due to any criticism of the outlet’s journalism. He acknowledged the challenges of publishing fair but controversial stories that can upset powerful individuals, but expressed confidence in Business Insider’s future under its clear editorial strategy.

Axel Springer, Business Insider’s parent company, praised Carlson’s leadership and the direction of the newsroom under his tenure. They are proud of the outlet’s focus on in-depth reporting on business, tech