Reddit’s IPO Filing Is Missing Something: Cofounder Alexis Ohanian

Reddit, the popular online discussion platform, recently filed for its initial public offering (IPO). However, many investors and users were surprised to find that one key figure was missing from the filing: cofounder Alexis Ohanian.

Ohanian, who helped create Reddit in 2005 alongside Steve Huffman and Aaron Swartz, has been a prominent figure in the company’s history. He has served as executive chairman and played a significant role in shaping Reddit’s culture and values.

While Reddit’s IPO filing did mention Huffman as the CEO and Swartz as a cofounder, the absence of Ohanian raised questions about his current involvement with the company. Some speculate that Ohanian may have distanced himself from Reddit in recent years, particularly following his resignation from the board in 2020 amid controversy surrounding the company’s handling of hate speech and harassment on the platform.

Regardless of the reasons for Ohanian’s absence from the IPO filing, his legacy at Reddit is undeniable. As one of the platform’s original creators, Ohanian played a crucial role in shaping Reddit into the influential online community it is today. Investors and users alike will be watching closely to see how Reddit’s IPO unfolds without one of its key cofounders at the helm.