AM I NEXT? IS THE HANDWRITING ON THE WALL AT CITADEL?

JUNE 27, 2022 — CITADEL RELOCATING THEIR HEADQUARTERS FROM CHICAGO, ILLINOIS TO MIAMI, FLORIDA

Chicago, Illinois-based Citadel, a multi-billion dollar hedge fund, and Citadel Securities have announced their decision to relocate their headquarters from Chicago to Miami, Florida.

Both companies, with over 1,000 employees, are acceding to their founder billionaire Ken Griffin was motivated by Florida's business-friendly climate and tax advantages, and concerns about rising crime rates in Chicago.

According to a memo to Citadel employees Griffin wrote, "I am excited to have recently moved to Miami with my family and look forward to rapidly expanding Citadel in a city so rich in diversity and abounding with energy. Miami is a vibrant, growing metropolis that embodies the American Dream."

There is nothing unusual for a company to follow its founder or chief executive.

The timeline for the move is unclear, but the handwriting is on the wall for all low-level employees in easily replaced support positions.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? LAYOFFS AT FIS (07/16/25)

JULY 1, 2025 — 133 WASHINGTON EMPLOYEES

Fidelity National Information Services is laying off 133 employees in Bellevue, Washington, between mid-September and December 31, 2025. The employees are associated with the Atelio for Banks platform integration system.

According to a company spokesperson, “FIS is evolving our embedded finance strategy to prioritize delivery of embedded finance capabilities to banks.” 

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 — THOUSANDS OF EMPLOYEES AT RISK IN 2023

The company has plans to implement a cost-cutting initiative to respond to poor market conditions in the financial markets and rising interest rates. Art risk is several thousand employees and contractors in 2023. A consequence of a newly appointed CEO looking to impress Board members and Wall Street investors.

Incoming CEO Stephanie Ferris will take control on January 1, 2023.

JUNE 16, 2022 — Original post…

Jacksonville, Florida-based FIS, a technology company offering software-based financial products for merchants, banks, and capital markets, has announced a reduction in force.

The reduction in force, scheduled for June 30, 2022, will impact 214 employees located in the company's Birmingham, Alabama office.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? LAYOFFS AT BOLT FINANCIAL

San Francisco, California-based Bolt Financial, a one-click online check-out payment processor, has announced a restructuring leading to a reduction in force.

The reduction in force will affect approximately one-third of its workforce, an estimated 250 employees, including those in marketing, sales, and engineering.

According to Bolt CEO, Maju Kuruvilla, "It’s no secret that the market conditions across our industry and the tech sector are changing, and against the macro challenges, we’ve been taking measures to adapt our business. In order to secure Bolt's financial position, extend its runway, and reach profitability with the money it has in hand, the company has decided to reduce the size of its workforce.

Authentic Brand Group, the owner of the iconic brand Brooks Brothers, Forever 21, and Reebok—has alleged Bolt's technology did not work as promised and has filed suit.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?