Just hours after being named GameStop 's CEO, Ryan Cohen sent out a memo to employees Thursday that emphasized he will take dramatic steps to ensure the struggling video game retailer survives.
I expect everyone to treat company money like their own and lead by example."
Cohen, a billionaire activist investor and founder of direct-to-consumer pet food and supply retailer Chewy , was named the company's new leader Thursday morning.
Cohen's CEO announcement previewed the company's emphasis on slashing costs: He will not receive a salary in his new role.
I expect everyone to treat company money like their own and lead by example.
Persons:
Ryan Cohen, " Cohen, Cohen, Matt Furlong, Mike Recupero, Furlong, Ryan, CNBC's Gabrielle Fonrouge
Organizations:
GameStop, CNBC, RC Ventures
Locations:
Grapevine , Texas