During a recent Coldplay concert in Foxborough, Massachusetts, an unexpected moment unfolded on the jumbotron, drawing attention to a newly promoted HR executive.
Alyssa Stoddard, recently appointed vice president of people at Astronomer, found herself blushing and smiling nervously as the camera captured her alongside a tech executive and his alleged mistress. This incident has sparked a flurry of online speculation and scrutiny.
Stoddard's promotion to this influential role came just days before the concert, a move orchestrated by Kristin Cabot, the company’s chief of HR. Cabot herself has been linked romantically to CEO Andy Byron, raising eyebrows about the dynamics within the company.
While the Post has not independently verified Stoddard's identity, internet sleuths quickly connected her to the viral footage. Stoddard's professional history includes a close working relationship with Cabot, having followed her through various companies, including Neo4j and Proofpoint.
Five months ago, Stoddard joined Astronomer as head of people operations and strategy. Her promotion was celebrated in a LinkedIn post by Cabot, who praised Stoddard's blend of empathy and operational excellence. However, that post has since been inundated with critical comments regarding her association with the alleged affair.
“I’m honored to be part of this journey and can’t wait to see what lies ahead!” Stoddard had written in her announcement about joining Astronomer. Yet, following the concert incident, observers have expressed their disapproval online.
“Not a good look to knowingly condone affairs,” one commenter remarked, while another criticized her for failing to maintain discretion just months into her new role.
As the camera panned to Byron and Cabot during the concert, they attempted to duck out of view, clearly caught off guard. Lead singer Chris Martin humorously addressed the situation on stage, questioning whether they were simply shy or involved in something more scandalous.
“I hope we didn’t do something bad,” Martin quipped after realizing he might have exposed a couple of cheaters. The incident has left many wondering about the implications for Stoddard and her new position within Astronomer.
