October 13, 2025
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LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda dies in ATV accident

LendingTree said Monday that founder and CEO Doug Lebda died Sunday in an all-terrain vehicle accident. The board appointed COO and president Scott Peyree as CEO effective immediately and named lead independent director Steve Ozonian as chairman; shares of the Charlotte, N.C.–based company fell more than 2% in early trading.

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📌 Key Facts

  • Company announcement: Oct. 13, 2025
  • Death occurred Sunday in an ATV accident (no location disclosed)
  • Scott Peyree appointed CEO; Steve Ozonian named board chair
  • LendingTree shares down more than 2% Monday

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