Sonal Shah announces plans to step down as CEO of The Texas Tribune

Since 2023, we have worked diligently to reach new audiences in Texas, increase trust in our work and expand into local news. At the end of this year, with a strong leadership team in place, I will be transitioning.

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When I joined The Texas Tribune at the start of 2023, I knew I was stepping into a special place. Like so many others, I was a Texan and a reader — grateful for the Tribune’s work — but I didn’t fully appreciate the depth of what it takes to produce trusted journalism, reach diverse audiences, and hold people’s attention in today’s fast-moving world.

These past two years have been nothing short of transformational. ...

Now, it’s time for new leadership to carry this vision forward. I've already let our staff, board and many supporters know that I will be stepping down as CEO by December 2025. This decision is deeply personal: As the primary caretaker for my parents, I need to be closer to them and will be moving back to Houston.

Until then, my focus will be on ensuring a smooth transition — strengthening our leadership team, integrating our local newsrooms, raising the funds needed to sustain our work, and ensuring a successful Texas Tribune Festival, Nov. 13-15 in downtown Austin.

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