Rivian CFO Claire McDonough Departs Amid R2 Production Push

Claire McDonough, who has served as Rivian’s chief financial officer for six years, has announced her departure from the electric‑vehicle startup. Her exit comes as Rivian accelerates the ramp‑up of its R2 pickup, a key vehicle in the company’s growth strategy. McDonough’s tenure saw the company navigate a volatile market and prepare for increased production volumes. The timing of her resignation aligns with a critical phase of scaling the R2, placing the company in a position where new financial leadership will be needed to support the upcoming production surge and investor expectations.