Rapid7 appoints board member Wael Mohamed as CEO; Corey Thomas becomes Executive Chairman

Filed June 1, 2026 · Period ending May 26, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Wael Mohamed, a Rapid7 board member since April 2025, becomes CEO effective June 1, 2026. Mohamed brings 30 years of cybersecurity experience, including prior roles as CEO of Forescout and President/COO of Trend Micro.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →
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  Corey Thomas, CEO since October 2012 who led Rapid7 through its IPO, transitions to Executive Chairman to focus on technology vision, AI strategy, and policy initiatives. Marc Brown appointed Lead Independent Director.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →
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  Rapid7 reaffirms Q2 2026 and full-year 2026 financial guidance previously issued May 5, 2026, signaling confidence the leadership transition will not disrupt near-term execution.

  Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure verify on EDGAR →