CLEAR Announces Leadership Transition: Michael Barkin Joins as President, Jen Hsu Named CFO, and Ken Cornick to Step Down

Core Insights - Ken Cornick, Co-Founder, President, and CFO of CLEAR, is stepping down from his executive roles and transitioning to an advisory position, having been instrumental in the company's growth from 190,000 members in 2010 to over 30 million members today [1][4] - Michael Barkin has been appointed as the new President of CLEAR, effective March 31, 2025, bringing extensive experience from his previous roles, including Executive Vice President and CFO at Vail Resorts [2][4] - Jen Hsu will take over as Chief Financial Officer, also effective March 31, 2025, with a strong background in corporate finance and investor relations from her time at Chewy, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs [3][4] Company Overview - CLEAR's mission focuses on creating frictionless experiences for its members, with a secure identity platform that enhances safety and ease in various environments, including travel and digital interactions [5] - The company emphasizes privacy, ensuring that members retain control over their information and that their data is not sold [5]