For the less seasoned, we should all learn from this. There are 2 sides to every story and I am almost sure that management has a dramatically different view of

For the less seasoned, we should all learn from this. There are 2 sides to every story and I am almost sure that management has a dramatically different view of what transpired. Not because either is right or wrong, but they seem to be viewing things through lenses. That being said, working at a startup is like a marriage, you have to find the right fit. When he joined Gitlab, it may have been the right fit, but companies and founders much like everyone else who suddenly comes into money, often change. Sometimes even thought you love the company, priorities shift and change. When you start noticing that, it may be time to move on. Kudos to him on not choosing to cash in his options. Definitely putting his money where his mind is.