Prince Harry has stepped back from his position as chief impact officer at mental health coaching company BetterUp, a role he held for five years. BetterUp CEO Alexi Robichaux confirmed that Harry will shift to a senior advisory role with a focus on selected projects. This change comes months after Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, reportedly returned to the UK with their children.
Harry first joined BetterUp in 2021 as its inaugural chief impact officer, making him one of the more prominent public figures advocating for mental health and "mental fitness." During his tenure, Harry pushed for broader access to mental health coaching, lending his public profile to a cause he has long championed. Robichaux paid tribute to what Harry brought to the company during those years, saying he was one of the most prominent voices making the case for mental fitness.
As a senior advisor, Harry will focus on a narrower set of responsibilities, working with select projects tied to some of BetterUp's biggest corporate clients. Robichaux described the new arrangement as a collaboration between Harry, the company's internal team, and its business partners. The reduced workload is expected to free up time for Harry to pursue other interests, including expanding his investment portfolio and continuing his charitable work.
The professional shift coincides with a significant personal development, as reports emerged earlier this year that Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, had made an extended return to the United Kingdom alongside their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The family reportedly flew from California and landed at Birmingham Airport on 26 August, later settling in the Cotswolds at the home of a close friend.
Harry and Meghan originally relocated to California in 2020 after stepping back from their senior royal duties. BetterUp confirmed that Harry has not parted ways with the organisation entirely, and he will continue contributing in his new advisory capacity. The company will also keep working with the Invictus Games Foundation, which Harry founded to support wounded and sick military veterans through sport and rehabilitation.
The Invictus Games Foundation partnership is a crucial aspect of Harry's continued involvement with BetterUp. The company will continue to support the foundation's mission, which aligns with Harry's charitable work. This development ensures that Harry's philanthropic efforts will remain a priority, even as he takes on a less intensive role at BetterUp.
The changes to Harry's role at BetterUp reflect both his personal and professional priorities. As he takes on a new advisory role, Harry will have more time to focus on his charitable work and other interests. BetterUp will continue to benefit from his expertise and experience, albeit in a more limited capacity. The company has expressed gratitude for Harry's contributions during his time as chief impact officer.
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- Prince Harry has stepped back from his chief impact officer role at BetterUp, moving into a senior advisory capacity after five years with the company.
