Leadership & Pay ·
TripAdvisor CEO Matt Goldberg and CFO Michael Noonan depart; Kristen Dalton named interim CFO
TRIPTripAdvisor, Inc.
TripAdvisor announced that CEO Matt Goldberg will step down as President, CEO, and Board member on February 16, 2027, following a negotiated separation agreement. The deal includes $675,000 in base salary continuation, $675,000 for target bonus, accelerated vesting of 50% of unvested equity over 18 months, and COBRA premium coverage. CFO Michael Noonan resigned effective December 31, 2026 to pursue another opportunity. Kristen Dalton, currently Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, will serve as interim CFO starting January 1, 2027. The Board is engaging an executive search firm for permanent leadership replacements. TripAdvisor operates a two-sided marketplace connecting travelers with experiences through brands like Tripadvisor and Viator.