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BARK promotes Michael Black to President, Core Business; CEO Meeker remains
Bark, Inc.
- Michael Black, former CRO (joined 2024), promoted to President, Core Business effective Sept 3, 2025.
- Black will lead BARK's direct-to-consumer and commerce segments; CEO Matt Meeker continues overseeing long-term strategy.
- Under Black, Commerce segment grew 27% YoY in fiscal 2025; he previously led Outward Hound as CEO.
- Black has over 20 years pet industry experience including leadership at Walmart and Paragon International Advisors.
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