Hopper cuts staff after enterprise division co-founder exits

Hopper has reduced its workforce shortly after Dakota Smith, co-founder and CEO of its enterprise division, departed the company. BetaKit reported the cuts on Thursday.

Smith led Hopper’s key revenue-driving unit, which focuses on corporate travel and business-to-business services. His exit follows recent leadership shifts at the travel booking platform, which has navigated evolving market conditions in the sector.

The layoffs were not quantified, and Hopper has not commented on whether the reductions target specific teams or are company-wide. The move comes as travel tech startups continue to adjust staffing levels, balancing growth with operational efficiency.

Hopper has expanded beyond consumer flight and hotel bookings into fintech-like services, including price freeze tools and travel insurance. The enterprise division plays a role in its broader strategy, and its trajectory could shape future investor sentiment.

No further details on Smith’s departure or successor have been disclosed. Observers will watch whether the layoffs signal a broader restructuring or a temporary realignment.

Sources: betakit.com