CEO Faces Backlash for Denying Employee's Wedding Leave

Lauren Tickner's decision sparks debate over company’s flexible time off policy and managerial responsibilities.

Lauren Tickner, CEO of Scale Systems, denied an employee's request for a two-day leave to attend their wedding, citing untrained replacements and critical projects.
The CEO's social media post explaining her decision has gone viral, attracting over 2.9 million views and widespread criticism.
Tickner highlighted the company's 'Flexible Time Off' policy, which allows employees to set their hours and take leave without prior approval, causing confusion about its implementation.
Critics argue that the requirement for employees to find and train their replacements contradicts the policy's intent and places undue burden on staff.
Accusations of 'rage-baiting' have emerged, with some suggesting Tickner's post was designed to provoke controversy and increase engagement.