The RealReal appoints former Match Group CEO to board

Sharmistha Dubey joined The RealReal's board of directors on November 3, 2026, following her appointment on Monday, according to a press release. Dubey previously led Match Group, overseeing various brands such as Tinder, Hinge, Match, and OkCupid, as well as holding key positions like president, chief operating officer of Tinder, and chief product officer of Match and Princeton Review. Currently, she serves as chair of Fortive Corporation's board and is a director at Naspers Limited and Prosus N.V.

The RealReal, founded in 2012, is an online marketplace for authenticated resale luxury goods, boasting 45 million members and having sold over 55 million items since its inception. Karen Katz, chair of The RealReal's board, expressed delight in welcoming Dubey, praising her strategic perspective and commitment to governance. Rati Sahi Levesque, the company's president and CEO, highlighted Dubey's expertise in digital innovation and consumer engagement as valuable assets for guiding the company's operations in the luxury resale sector.

Dubey herself welcomed the opportunity to join the board during a pivotal phase of the company's growth, expressing enthusiasm for collaborating with leadership to foster ongoing expansion and long-term value.