In a strategic move aimed at accelerating growth, The Weather Company has announced significant changes to its leadership team. Rohit Agarwal has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), taking the helm to guide the company in its next growth phase. Portrayed as a transformative leader, Agarwal boasts an impressive background, having previously held leadership roles at SoundCloud and CNN. His expertise lies in product development and revenue enhancement, which he intends to leverage to advance The Weather Company's mission as the most accurate weather forecaster and a trusted news source in the United States.
Expressing enthusiasm for his new role, Agarwal emphasizes the company's dedication to delivering indispensable tools and experiences that empower people and businesses to make informed decisions amidst the increasing impact of weather conditions. The company is setting its sights on further enhancing value for its consumers and bolstering its digital platforms that include The Weather Channel app and Weather Underground, among others.
In another strategic development, Sheri Bachstein will transition to the role of President, spearheading the Enterprise division. Her new responsibilities encompass the oversight of key client portfolios and product lines across Advertising, Aviation, Media, and Government & Defense sectors. Bachstein, who brings a wealth of industry experience, is tasked with expanding the Enterprise business, aiming to achieve prominence akin to that of the consumer-facing Weather Channel brand.
Joining Agarwal on this newly restructured team, Michael Love assumes the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a robust financial background anchored by his experience at Intuit Mailchimp and Home Depot, Love is poised to support the company’s financial strategies in alignment with its growth objectives.
The Weather Company continues to underline its reputation as the world’s most accurate weather forecaster, attributing success to a blend of advanced technology, AI, and expert meteorological insights. This combination drives the company's consumer digital properties such as weather.com and the Storm Radar app, providing users with beyond-forecast insights that support daily life and health-related decision-making.
Serving a diverse array of industries through its Enterprise business, The Weather Company offers solutions that deliver critical weather data and intelligence, tailored to sectors such as media, aviation, and advertising technology. As weather plays a pivotal role in influencing business decisions globally, the company stands committed to providing scalable and privacy-focused solutions that enable both enterprise clients and millions of users worldwide to navigate weather challenges effectively.
