Doug Lebda, LendingTree founder, dies in tragic ATV accident on family farm

Doug Lebda, LendingTree Founder, Dies in Tragic ATV Accident

Doug Lebda, the CEO and founder of LendingTree, died in an ATV accident on his family farm in North Carolina, the company announced on Monday.

Lebda was 55 years old and is survived by his wife and three daughters, Rachel, Abby, and Sophia.

The news of losing Doug was devastating, but one of the most immediate impacts of his legacy is the strong management team he put in place at LendingTree.

Scott Peyree, the company's chief operating officer and president, has been appointed as CEO effective immediately.

LendingTree confirmed that Lebda died on Sunday, saying that the company "deeply mourns his passing."

Author's summary: LendingTree founder Doug Lebda dies at 55.

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