Adam Neumann Attempts to Reacquire WeWork Amid Bankruptcy
Five years after his departure, the former CEO partners with hedge fund for a buyout bid.
- Adam Neumann, ousted as WeWork's CEO in 2019, is now attempting to buy the bankrupt company.
- Neumann's real estate startup, Flow, backed by hedge fund Third Point, has made several buyout offers.
- WeWork has been resistant to Neumann's attempts, citing past issues and focusing on restructuring.
- Despite the company's bankruptcy, Neumann's personal wealth remains over $2 billion.
- The deal, if successful, could merge Neumann's commercial and residential real estate ventures.