Broadcom CFO Kirsten M. Spears to retire

Kirsten M. Spears, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer at Broadcom, is set to retire, according to recent developments. Spears has held the dual roles since at least 2021 and has played a key leadership role in the company's financial strategy and operations as reported. With over 35 years of experience in finance and accounting, she has guided Broadcom through a period of significant growth and technological innovation according to LinkedIn.

Spears has been an active participant in Broadcom's corporate strategy, including recent advancements in AI infrastructure and wireless connectivity. Her LinkedIn activity highlights her engagement with key developments such as the launch of Broadcom's Wi-Fi 8 portfolio and the company's third-generation CPO Ethernet switch as detailed on her profile.

Financially, Spears has been a consistent seller of Broadcom stock since 2021, with her most recent transaction involving the sale of 134 shares on September 17, 2025 according to QuiverQuant data. As of October 2025, her estimated net worth was at least $173.1 million, with her ownership stake in Broadcom valued at approximately $119.1 million as reported by QuiverQuant.

The company has not yet announced a successor or provided further details on the timeline for Spears' retirement. Investors will be watching for updates on leadership transitions and how the CFO role will be managed in the coming months.