Rapid7 Appoints Corey White as New CEO
Ticker: RPD · Form: 8-K · Filed: Mar 24, 2025 · CIK: 1560327
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Rapid7, Inc. (RPD) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Mar 24, 2025 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: leadership-change, ceo-appointment, executive-changes
Related Tickers: RP7
TL;DR
Rapid7 names Corey White as new CEO, replacing Steven Johnson.
AI Summary
Rapid7, Inc. announced on March 24, 2025, that its Board of Directors has appointed Corey White as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 21, 2025. White, who previously served as interim CEO, will also join the Board of Directors. The company also reported the departure of its former CEO, Steven R. Johnson, and a change in its principal accounting officer.
Why It Matters
The appointment of a permanent CEO is a significant leadership change that could signal a new strategic direction for Rapid7 and impact investor confidence.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — CEO transitions can introduce uncertainty regarding future strategy and execution, potentially affecting the company's performance.
Key Players & Entities
- Rapid7, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Corey White (person) — Newly appointed CEO and Board Member
- Steven R. Johnson (person) — Former CEO
- March 21, 2025 (date) — Effective date of CEO appointment
- March 24, 2025 (date) — Date of report
FAQ
Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Rapid7, Inc.?
Corey White has been appointed as the new CEO of Rapid7, Inc.
When did the appointment of the new CEO become effective?
The appointment of Corey White as CEO became effective on March 21, 2025.
Will the new CEO also join the Board of Directors?
Yes, Corey White will also join the Board of Directors.
Who was the previous CEO of Rapid7, Inc.?
Steven R. Johnson was the previous CEO of Rapid7, Inc.
What other executive changes were mentioned in the filing?
The filing also mentions the departure of the former CEO, Steven R. Johnson, and a change in the principal accounting officer.
Filing Details
This Form 8-K (Form 8-K) was filed with the SEC on March 24, 2025 by Corey White regarding Rapid7, Inc. (RPD).