WW International names Stephen Bye as new CEO

WW International, Inc. (NASDAQ:WW) has appointed Stephen Bye as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective in the coming fall. Bye previously held the positions of President and CEO at Ookla, a company specializing in connectivity intelligence. Under his leadership at Ookla, the company's subscription revenue grew and multiple acquisitions were successfully integrated.

Gene Davis, Chairman of WW's Board of Directors, praised Bye as a proven chief executive and operations expert, noting his track record of expanding subscription businesses, enhancing consumer offerings, and generating substantial value for shareholders. With over 30 years of experience in consumer businesses, Bye brings a wealth of leadership knowledge to his new role.

Prior to Ookla, Bye served as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of DISH Network's wireless business, CEO at Connectivity Wireless, President of C Spire, and Chief Technology Officer at Sprint. He also held leadership positions at Cox Communications, AT&T, BellSouth International, Optus Communications, and Telstra.

At WW International, a weight management program is offered, including clinical interventions, access to GLP-1 medications when clinically appropriate, coaching, and community support services. The Board of Directors prioritized a proven CEO with experience in consumer subscription businesses and a history of leading companies through periods of change during their search process.