Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Patch Hit With Sweeping Layoffs As New Owner Hale Global Restructures

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The ax came down on a number of Patch employees today. TechCrunch has confirmed that a number of Patch employees were let go this morning with another round of layoffs happening later today. Employees are to pack their virtual desks and clear the premises today.


The effected employees where given their yearly Aol bonus, accrued vacation time and 2 months of severance. And of course, by taking the severance package, the employees are agreeing not to sue Aol.


As Jim Romesnesko reported this morning, Patch is being restructured in connection with the creation of the joint venture with Hale Global. Some employees will be kept on and fill unspecified roles at Hale Global.


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from TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1hNmL1M

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