Match Group (MTCH) axes COO position as longtime executive Hesam Hosseini departs

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Match Group, Inc. announced a leadership change as it eliminates the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective June 2, 2026. As a result of this restructuring, Hesam Hosseini, who serves as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer of Evergreen & Emerging Brands, will depart the company on that date after more than 15 years with the organization.

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Corporate governance analyst

Match Group is removing its COO role, prompting an experienced executive’s departure.

Match Group is restructuring its senior leadership by eliminating the Chief Operating Officer position effective June 2, 2026. This organizational move leads to the departure of Hesam Hosseini, who also heads Evergreen & Emerging Brands, after over 15 years with the company.

Removing a C-level role can signal a shift in how responsibilities are distributed among remaining executives. The filing does not detail succession plans or structural alternatives, so future disclosures may clarify how Evergreen & Emerging Brands and COO-level functions will be managed after June 2, 2026.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 4, 2026

MATCH GROUP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware			001-34148			59-2712887
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)

8750 North Central Expressway, Suite 1400

Dallas, TX 75231

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

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MTCH

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Item 5.02.    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On March 4, 2026, Match Group, Inc. (the “Company”) informed Hesam Hosseini, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, Evergreen & Emerging Brands, that the Company’s Chief Operating Officer role was being eliminated, effective June 2, 2026 (the “Effective Date”). As a result, after further discussions with the Company and after over 15 years with the Company, Mr. Hosseini has decided to transition from the Company as of the Effective Date.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			MATCH GROUP, INC.
			By:			/s/ Sean Edgett
						Sean Edgett
						Chief Legal Officer and Secretary

Date: March 5, 2026

FAQ

What leadership change did Match Group (MTCH) disclose in this 8-K?

Match Group disclosed that it is eliminating the Chief Operating Officer role, effective June 2, 2026. As a result, COO and CEO, Evergreen & Emerging Brands, Hesam Hosseini will leave the company on that date after more than 15 years of service.

When will Hesam Hosseini leave Match Group (MTCH)?

Hesam Hosseini will depart Match Group effective June 2, 2026. The company informed him of the elimination of the Chief Operating Officer role on March 4, 2026, and he agreed to transition out as that change takes effect on the effective date.

Why is Hesam Hosseini leaving Match Group (MTCH)?

Hesam Hosseini is leaving because Match Group is eliminating the Chief Operating Officer role effective June 2, 2026. After discussions with the company regarding this structural change, he decided to transition out following more than 15 years with the organization.

What roles did Hesam Hosseini hold at Match Group (MTCH)?

Hesam Hosseini served as Match Group’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, Evergreen & Emerging Brands. His dual responsibilities covered overall operations and leadership of the Evergreen & Emerging Brands segment until the company’s decision to eliminate the COO role effective June 2, 2026.

Does the Match Group (MTCH) filing mention when the COO role ends?

Yes. The filing states that the Chief Operating Officer role at Match Group will be eliminated effective June 2, 2026. That same date marks the end of Hesam Hosseini’s tenure with the company, aligning his departure with the role’s removal.

Who signed the Match Group (MTCH) 8-K reporting this leadership change?

The 8-K reporting the elimination of the Chief Operating Officer role and Hesam Hosseini’s departure was signed by Sean Edgett. He is identified in the document as Match Group’s Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, acting on behalf of the registrant.

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