Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, is at the center of a shocking scandal after a viral video showed his alleged affair with Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief People Officer, during a recent Coldplay concert in Boston.
Viral Video Shows Romantic Moment at Coldplay Concert
During the Gillette Stadium Coldplay concert, frontman Chris Martin unknowingly spotlighted Byron and Cabot as they appeared in a romantic embrace. The footage quickly spread across social media, igniting rumors about a possible workplace romance or affair between the two executives.
The video shows Byron, who is married to Megan Kerrigan Byron, trying to hide his face behind barriers, while Cabot covers her face with her hands. The crowd erupted in laughter as Martin quipped, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re very shy.”
Andy Byron’s Career and Personal Background
Andy Byron has been the CEO of Astronomer since July 2023. Under his leadership, the private data infrastructure startup earned unicorn status in 2022, valued at over $1 billion. The company recently moved its headquarters to New York City, solidifying its position in the tech industry.
Byron and his wife Megan live in Northborough with their two children. Prior to joining Astronomer, Byron held key roles at major tech companies including:
- President at Lacework (2019–2022)
- Chief Revenue Officer at Cybereason (2017–2019)
- Executive positions at Fuze, Vericenter, and BMC Software
What This Means for Astronomer and Its Leadership
This scandal involving CEO Andy Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot raises serious questions about workplace ethics and leadership integrity at Astronomer. As news continues to spread, stakeholders and employees alike are watching closely.