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eHarmony CEO Jaynie Studenmund Steps Down After Only Two Months

(Online Dating Magazine - April 2, 2006) On February 1, 2006, Jaynie M. Studenmund became the new CEO and President of eHarmony. Two months later her tenure has ended and Gregory Waldorf has temporarily taken over the positions.

"While we are all disappointed that Jaynie's CEO role was not long-term, we are very pleased that such a talented executive will continue to make significant contributions to the company by continuing to serve as a director," said Waldorf, who is leading a board committee to appoint his successor. "Having just completed a record quarter for our singles service combined with the successful launch of our new marriage wellness program, I am confident that we will find an accomplished executive to lead eHarmony into the future."

So why did Studenmund leave?

I have great admiration for what the team has built at eHarmony," said Studenmund. "There are many factors that make a new CEO successful, and unfortunately some of these factors at eHarmony were just not a good fit for me. I continue to be highly engaged by eHarmony's mission, core business and long-term growth potential and will remain on the board."

Studenmund will remain a member of eHarmony's Board of Directors.

Waldorf was the founding investor of eHarmony and responsible for recruiting many of the company's executive management team. He is leading the effort to help find a replacement for Studenmund and will serve as CEO until a replacement is found.

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