Asana Co-Founder Dustin Moskovitz to Retire, Transition to Chair Role

Elliot Kim

Elliot Kim

March 10, 2025 · 2 min read
Asana Co-Founder Dustin Moskovitz to Retire, Transition to Chair Role

Dustin Moskovitz, co-founder and CEO of task management platform Asana, is retiring from his position, the company announced as part of its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings report. Moskovitz informed the board of his intention to step down and transition into a chair role once a new CEO is appointed.

Moskovitz founded Asana in 2008, and since then, the company has grown significantly, raising over $450 million in venture funding from prominent investors such as G Squared, Founders Fund, and 8VC, among others. Asana went public in 2020, marking a major milestone for the company.

Prior to founding Asana, Moskovitz was a co-founder at Meta, formerly Facebook, where he played a key role in the social media giant's early days. His experience and expertise in building and scaling successful technology companies have been instrumental in shaping Asana's growth and success.

The news of Moskovitz's retirement comes as Asana continues to evolve and expand its task management platform. The company has been focused on innovating and improving its product offerings, and the transition to a new CEO is likely to bring fresh perspectives and leadership to drive future growth.

While Moskovitz's retirement marks the end of an era for Asana, his decision to remain involved with the company as chair suggests a continued commitment to the company's mission and vision. Asana's board of directors will now begin the search for a new CEO, who will be tasked with building on Moskovitz's legacy and driving the company forward.

TechCrunch has reached out to Asana for additional information and will provide updates as more details become available. The news of Moskovitz's retirement is likely to have significant implications for Asana's future direction and the broader technology industry, and we will continue to monitor developments closely.

In the meantime, Moskovitz's legacy at Asana serves as a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and vision. His contributions to the company's growth and success have been invaluable, and his continued involvement as chair will ensure a smooth transition and a bright future for Asana.

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