On March 14, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, stirred significant online buzz with a teaser for her new lifestyle and kitchen brand, American Riviera Orchard. Named after the couple’s seaside California home, the brand's launch has been marred by delays, partly due to challenges in appointing a CEO. According to a New York Post report, the Duchess is struggling to find a suitable executive for the brand, which has led to frustrations and high employee turnover.
An insider commented on the situation, noting that over 20 employees had left, a figure that is described as unprecedented even for a startup. The source attributed these departures to the demanding nature of working for Harry and Meghan, which has reportedly led to a difficult work environment.
