Whitney Wolfe Herd has returned to lead Bumble after the resignation of CEO Lidiane Jones, who expressed feeling overwhelmed. Wolfe Herd acknowledged that she initially had no intention of returning but felt compelled to act after recognizing her own past struggles mirrored Jones's. She emphasizes that there is no conflict between them, despite public speculation. Wolfe Herd also reflects on Bumble's recent challenges, as the company reported a 7.7% drop in Q1 earnings, and expresses her strong connection to the company, stating it feels like an extension of herself.
"I think the world wants people - particularly when it's a woman to a woman - they want there to be some riff. There's no riff."
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