Amazon-owned online database IMDb announced Col Needham’s retirement as CEO, with Nikki Santoro taking over the role. Santoro, who has served as chief operating officer since 2021, will be the second person to hold the position, becoming the first woman to lead the company.
Santoro joined IMDb in 2016 and previously led Amazon, Microsoft, and The Weather Channel. Her appointment is seen as a significant milestone, with Needham praising her strategic vision and commitment to innovation. She will transition into a new role as executive chair after 35 years leading IMDb.
Source: https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/21/imdb-founder-steps-down-as-ceo-after-35-years