When an exec resigned over misuse of funds, outreach to staff was key, says Exyn interim CEO

The Philly robotics company started spring with an IPO. Then came the board investigation — but leaders say it’s still on track for growth.

By: Holly Quinn

Outlets: Technical.ly

Published: September 2, 2026

Words: 571

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

It’s been quite a year for Exyn Technologies.

In May, the Philadelphia robotics company went public, and longtime COO Ben Williams was talking about its next phase of growth.

In August, following an abrupt leadership shakeup, Williams stepped in as interim CEO, a role he’d previously held during a different transition.

This time, he took over when former CEO Brandon Torres Declet resigned following a board investigation. Exyn disclosed the findings — that …

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