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Workday Inc. CEO Transition Amid Layoffs

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Feb 9, 2026

What we know

Location: Pleasanton, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Workday Inc. has recently undergone a significant leadership change with the replacement of its CEO by co-founder Aneel Bhusri, coinciding with layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees. This decision marks a pivotal moment for the company as it navigates challenges in the current economic landscape. The layoffs were part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. The affected employees were primarily based in Pleasanton, California, where Workday's headquarters is located. This move reflects the company's response to ongoing pressures in the tech industry and aims to position Workday for future growth.

LayoffTalk has tracked 5 layoff events at Workday Inc. since April 2023, including 967 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 2 additional events known from news reporting.

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Workday Inc.WDAY
Information Technology · 16,000 employees
5
EVENTS TRACKED
967
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED FEB 11, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026