Hinge CEO Justin McLeod Steps Down to Launch AI Venture
Hinge CEO Justin McLeod is leaving to start Overtone, an AI-powered dating company incubated within Hinge and funded by Match Group, who will maintain a stake in the new venture. Hinge's current president, Jackie Jantos, will become the new CEO as McLeod transitions to his new role leading Overtone, which will focus on voice technology and AI matchmaking.
Key takeaways
- Hinge founder and CEO Justin McLeod will step down to launch Overtone, a new AI-powered dating venture, according to an announcement from parent company Match Group
- McLeod, who founded Hinge in 2011 and spearheaded its growth into one of Match Group's fastest-growing brands, will transition to lead the new company
- Overtone, incubated within Hinge during 2025, will operate as an independent entity focusing on artificial intelligence and voice technology in matchmaking
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