Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Astronomer CEO and HR Chief Resign After Coldplay Kiss Cam Incident
The head of a tech company and the HR chief were caught on camera at a concert, which went viral and caused problems.
The video showed them appearing close, even though they are both married to other people.
The video caused so much attention that both of them resigned, and the company is now run by an interim CEO.
The HR Chief, who had previously been known for building company culture, faced criticism for a perceived conflict of interest.
Astronomer's CEO and HR Chief resigned following a viral incident at a Coldplay concert.
The controversy stemmed from a kiss cam moment showing the CEO and HR Chief, both married to others, at a concert.
The incident prompted widespread speculation, backlash, and an internal investigation within the company.
Kristin Cabot, the HR Chief, was placed on leave and has now left the company.
Pete DeJoy, Chief Product Officer, was named interim CEO after the initial resignation.
- Who
- Andy Bryon (CEO) and Kristin Cabot (HR Chief) resigned from Astronomer.
- What
- Astronomer CEO and HR Chief resigned due to a viral incident at a Coldplay concert.
- When
- Bryon resigned on July 19; Cabot's resignation followed soon after the event on July 16.
- Where
- The kiss cam incident occurred at a Coldplay concert near Boston.
- Why
- Resignations followed the fallout from a viral video showing the two at a concert, sparking controversy and internal investigations.
Critics
No opposing sides available.
Workplace Ethics
Critics
Felt there were double standards and conflict of interest.
No opposing sides available.
Implied people were too sensitive about the situation.
- Company
- Astronomer
- Former CEO
- Andy Bryon
- Former HR Chief
- Kristin Cabot
- Interim CEO
- Pete DeJoy
- Incident Location
- Coldplay concert near Boston
- Cabot's Previous Roles
- Leadership roles at Neo4j, ObserveIT, ProofPoint