Etsy has named Kruti Patel Goyal, the former CEO of its subsidiary Depop, as the company’s new chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2026. This leadership transition marks a significant moment for Etsy as it seeks to innovate while remaining true to its handmade marketplace roots. Patel Goyal, who currently serves as Etsy’s President and Chief Growth Officer, will succeed Josh Silverman, who will transition to the role of Executive Chair[3][7][11].
Patel Goyal’s appointment comes after a distinguished career...
Patel Goyal’s appointment comes after a distinguished career at Etsy spanning over a decade, during which she held multiple critical leadership roles. She initially joined Etsy in 2011 as Director of Marketplace Integrity, Trust and Safety, and has since led various teams including seller services, corporate development, international growth, and product management. Most recently, she served as CEO of Depop, Etsy’s global fashion resale marketplace acquired in 2021 for $1.6 billion[1][2][6].
In her role as President and Chief Growth Officer, Patel Goy...
In her role as President and Chief Growth Officer, Patel Goyal was responsible for unifying all customer touchpoints across Etsy to deliver an enhanced and inspiring experience for millions of buyers and sellers worldwide. She managed product, marketing, member support, trust and safety, as well as strategy and operations. Etsy CEO Josh Silverman praised her as a “world-class leader with a proven ability to drive growth by obsessing over the customer experience,” highlighting her role in transforming Depop into the top-performing brand within Etsy’s portfolio from a growth perspective[1].
Patel Goyal will officially assume the CEO position at Etsy...
Patel Goyal will officially assume the CEO position at Etsy on January 1, 2026, joining the company’s Board of Directors. Until then, she will continue to work closely with Depop’s executive team to ensure a smooth leadership transition there, remaining as acting CEO through April 2025[1][3].
Silverman’s decision to step down after eight years as CEO r...
Silverman’s decision to step down after eight years as CEO reflects a strategic move to position Etsy for its next phase of growth under Patel Goyal’s leadership. Known for her expertise in marketplace dynamics and product innovation, she is expected to steer Etsy through a critical inflection point where balancing the company’s artisanal heritage with evolving customer needs is paramount.
This leadership change underscores Etsy’s commitment to nurt...
This leadership change underscores Etsy’s commitment to nurturing its community and enhancing the customer experience while navigating the competitive landscape of online marketplaces. Patel Goyal’s deep institutional knowledge and success in driving growth at both Etsy and Depop make her a fitting choice to lead the company into its future[1][3][7][8].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 3:20:37 PM
**Breaking News Update**: Following Etsy's announcement that Kruti Patel Goyal will become the company's new CEO, effective January 1, 2026, the company's shares experienced a significant drop. Specifically, Etsy's stock fell nearly 9% following the news, reflecting market concerns about the company's future growth amidst recent challenges, including a decline in active buyers and sellers. CEO Josh Silverman's transition to Executive Chair and Goyal's appointment are seen as strategic moves to revitalize growth, leveraging Goyal's successful tenure as Depop's CEO.
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 3:30:38 PM
There has been no public regulatory or government response specifically addressing Etsy’s appointment of Kruti Patel Goyal as its new CEO, effective January 1, 2026. The leadership transition was approved internally by Etsy’s Board of Directors, with no reports of regulatory scrutiny or intervention linked to this change as of October 29, 2025[1][5][9].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 3:40:37 PM
In response to Etsy's appointment of Kruti Patel Goyal as its new CEO, regulatory bodies have yet to issue specific statements. However, industry observers note that Goyal's experience in leading Depop, a subsidiary of Etsy, and her role as President and Chief Growth Officer, may align well with potential regulatory expectations around digital marketplaces. As of now, no official government response has been reported, but the transition is expected to be closely monitored by regulatory agencies due to Etsy's significant market presence.
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 3:50:46 PM
Etsy's stock fell sharply by 8% following the announcement that Kruti Patel Goyal, former Depop CEO, will become Etsy's CEO on January 1, 2026. This decline occurred despite the company beating Q3 earnings estimates, as Etsy simultaneously lowered its gross merchandise sales outlook for Q4 2025 to $3.5-$3.65 billion from $3.7 billion in Q4 2024, signaling concerns about slower demand[4]. Retail investor sentiment on platforms like Stocktwits remains neutral, with message volumes increasing notably after the news[4].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:01:06 PM
Etsy’s Board of Directors confirmed on October 27, 2025, that Kruti Patel Goyal—currently serving as President and Chief Growth Officer and previously CEO of Etsy’s subsidiary Depop—will take over as CEO and President on January 1, 2026, succeeding Josh Silverman[11]. Silverman, who led Etsy through eight years of rapid growth, will transition to Executive Chair to ensure continuity and support Goyal’s leadership[3]. “I am confident that Kruti is the right leader for Etsy’s next chapter,” said Silverman in a statement, highlighting her “deep expertise in marketplace dynamics and a proven track record of motivating teams to deliver results and advance our mission”[3
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:10:46 PM
Etsy shares dropped sharply Wednesday, falling 8% in early trading after the company announced Kruti Patel Goyal—the former CEO of Etsy-owned Depop—will succeed Josh Silverman as Etsy’s chief executive effective January 1, 2026, even as third-quarter earnings beat expectations[4]. The selloff followed Etsy’s downward revision of its Q4 gross merchandise sales forecast to a range of $3.5 billion–$3.65 billion, below the $3.7 billion reported in Q4 2024, signaling investor concerns over slowing demand despite the leadership transition[4]. “Retail sentiment remains neutral, but message volume has jumped to ‘high’ from ‘extremely low’ in
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:20:48 PM
Etsy announced that Kruti Patel Goyal, former CEO of its Depop subsidiary and current President and Chief Growth Officer, will become Etsy's CEO effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Josh Silverman who steps down after eight years[1][7]. Goyal’s extensive background in product and marketplace leadership, demonstrated by her transformation of Etsy’s product culture and growth initiatives, is expected to accelerate top-line performance and innovation across Etsy’s global marketplace, which connects millions of buyers and sellers[2][1]. This leadership shift signals a strategic focus on deepening customer engagement and leveraging marketplace dynamics, with Silverman transitioning to Executive Chair through 2026 to ensure continuity during this pivotal period[1].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:30:55 PM
Breaking News: Etsy has appointed Kruti Patel Goyal, former CEO of its Gen Z fashion resale subsidiary Depop, as the company’s new President and Chief Growth Officer, effective January 2025—with her transition to CEO slated for January 1, 2026[2][3][5]. In her new role, Patel Goyal will oversee product, marketing, member support, trust and safety, and strategy, directly targeting Etsy’s core challenge: “Etsy is at an inflection point; we must stay true to our roots while innovating and evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of today’s customer,” said outgoing CEO Josh Silverman, who will move to Executive Chair on December 31,
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:40:53 PM
**Breaking News Update:** Kruti Patel Goyal, formerly the CEO of Depop, has been appointed as Etsy's new CEO, effective January 1, 2026. This leadership transition follows Josh Silverman's decision to step down as CEO and transition to Executive Chair. As part of her new role, Patel Goyal will receive a base salary of $700,000 annually and a promotion equity award valued at $16 million[1][6].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 4:50:57 PM
**Breaking Update — October 29, 2025:**
Etsy announced late today that Kruti Patel Goyal, currently serving as President and Chief Growth Officer and previously CEO of Depop, will become Etsy’s new Chief Executive Officer starting January 1, 2026, following Josh Silverman’s planned departure at the end of this year[1][3]. In response to the news, Etsy’s seller community is showing cautious optimism, with several prominent sellers voicing questions about the company’s future direction ahead of a scheduled “Ask Me Anything” event with Patel Goyal on November 4, 2025, as the main Etsy marketplace continues to face growth challenges despite recent improvements under her strategic initiatives
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 5:01:06 PM
**Breaking News Update**: Etsy has announced that Kruti Patel Goyal, the former CEO of Depop, will become the company's new CEO and President, effective January 1, 2026. This leadership transition follows Josh Silverman's decision to step down as CEO, with Silverman transitioning to Executive Chair[3][7]. As Etsy's new leader, Goyal brings extensive experience in marketplace dynamics, having previously transformed Etsy's product development culture and led significant growth initiatives[6][8].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 5:11:19 PM
Consumer and public reaction to Etsy's appointment of Kruti Patel Goyal, former Depop CEO, as the new company chief has been cautiously optimistic. Patel Goyal, praised for her leadership at Depop, where she nurtured a passionate community and improved customer experience, expressed excitement about evolving Etsy while maintaining its unique human and creative connection with sellers and buyers. An upcoming "Ask Me Anything" event on November 4th is anticipated to address sellers' questions amid ongoing challenges in Etsy’s main marketplace, reflecting a mix of hope and scrutiny from the community[1][8].
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 5:21:21 PM
Etsy's appointment of Kruti Patel Goyal as its next CEO, effective January 1, 2026, has not yet elicited any specific regulatory or government response publicly. The leadership transition was announced without mention of regulatory scrutiny or intervention, focusing instead on internal strategic growth and continuity plans[1][5]. No concrete numbers or official quotes from regulatory bodies have been reported in connection to this appointment.
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 5:31:29 PM
Etsy’s announcement that Kruti Patel Goyal, previously CEO of Depop, will take over as company CEO effective January 1, 2026, sparked a sharp 8% drop in Etsy’s stock at Wednesday’s open, despite the company beating third-quarter earnings expectations[4]. The sell-off came as Etsy revised its fourth-quarter gross merchandise sales (GMS) outlook downward to a range of $3.5–$3.65 billion, compared to $3.7 billion in Q4 2024, signaling investor concerns over slowing demand ahead of the leadership transition[4]. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits shifted to “neutral” with message volume surging to “high” as traders digested the
🔄 Updated: 10/29/2025, 5:41:36 PM
Etsy’s appointment of former Depop CEO Kruti Patel Goyal as its next CEO—effective January 1, 2026—immediately rattled investors, with Etsy stock dropping 8% in early trading Wednesday, despite a better-than-expected Q3 earnings report[4]. The sharp decline followed the company’s downward revision of its gross merchandise sales (GMS) outlook for Q4, now forecasting GMS between $3.5 billion and $3.65 billion, below the $3.7 billion reported in Q4 2024[4]. While Etsy’s board highlighted Goyal’s “proven track record of motivating teams to deliver results,” market sentiment remained “neutral” on platforms