FreshBooks founding CEO Mike McDerment steps down as executive director Don Epperson takes over
Mike McDerment, the founder and longtime CEO of accounting software company FreshBooks, has stepped down from his role and is being replaced by board member and executive director Don Epperson.
“The next two years are on track to be FreshBooks’ best, in large part thanks to Don.”
The switch-up was announced Thursday, with Epperson officially taking on the CEO role “effective immediately.” McDerment is set to continue on with FreshBooks as chair of the board and “an active member” of the executive team. The company stated that he will continue to “be highly involved with FreshBooks’ long-term vision, supporting Epperson and team with strategic product direction, and culture, customer and community advocacy.”