BlackBerry CEO Faces Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination
By
Chiara Rossi
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Blackberry CEO Sued for Sexual Harassment
BlackBerry's cybersecurity president, John J. Giamatteo, and the company are facing a lawsuit filed by a former executive alleging sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation. The lawsuit claims the company promoted Giamatteo to CEO despite knowing about these allegations.
Key Takeaways:
- Lawsuit filed against BlackBerry CEO for sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation.
- Former employees corroborate claims of gender discrimination and harassment by the CEO.
- Allegations state that BlackBerry failed to address complaints and promoted Giamatteo to the CEO role.
- BlackBerry's board faced criticism for allegedly shielding Giamatteo from consequences and rewarding him with a promotion.
Analysis:
The allegations against Giamatteo and the subsequent lawsuit bring to light serious concerns regarding workplace culture and the handling of sexual harassment complaints within the company. The lawsuit could have significant implications for BlackBerry's reputation and leadership.
Do You Know?
- BlackBerry's shift from iconic smartphones to enterprise software.
- John J. Giamatteo's role as BlackBerry's CEO and his prior position as the president of McAfee.