Have you thought about taking on the role of CTO? Not sure if it's a possibility or something you even want, but it sounds like you're invested and have though

Have you thought about taking on the role of CTO? Not sure if it's a possibility or something you even want, but it sounds like you're invested and have thoughts around the role. Maybe if it comes to quitting..before you do that have a conversation with the CEO about taking on the role?