The ongoing saga of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry continues to captivate the public, revealing a tumultuous narrative marked by management challenges that seem to spiral out of control.
Recent insights from Untouch magazine paint a troubling picture of the couple as some of the most demanding employers in the industry, leading to a significant fallout within their latest venture, American Riviera Orchard.
Reports indicate that the Sussexes are facing a crisis as high-level staff members flee the toxic atmosphere surrounding their brand.
The latest individual to exit is Josh Kettler, who served as chief of staff for the Billy Goode brand.
Remarkably, Kettler’s departure came just days before he was set to join Meghan and Harry on a lavish tour of Colombia.
His exit, occurring after only three months in the role, highlights a concerning trend of constant turnover among executives in the Sussexes’ circle.
An anonymous source has painted a grim picture of life working alongside the couple, describing it as nothing less than a nightmare.
Allegations suggest that Meghan and Harry’s exacting demands have led nearly 20 staff members to resign—a staggering figure, particularly for a startup environment.
This exodus raises questions about their leadership style and the sustainability of their ventures.
The drama surrounding Meghan’s lifestyle brand, which debuted with much fanfare and ambitious promises, has now morphed into a cautionary tale of unmet expectations.
Despite an eye-catching launch that featured homemade strawberry jam and dog biscuits sent to friends, along with hints of a rosé wine, the project appears to be stalled.
To add to the uncertainty, Meghan’s cooking and gardening show for Netflix has been filmed, yet no release date has been announced.
Meghan’s reputation as a challenging boss is not a new revelation.
During her brief stint as a working royal, she faced serious allegations of bullying behavior, which she attributed to a calculated smear campaign against her.
Although Queen Elizabeth initiated a formal investigation, the findings remain undisclosed, leaving many questions unanswered.
The prevailing sentiment among royal insiders is far from flattering.
Meghan has a documented history of conflicts with both friends and family.
She notably distanced herself from her father following his heart attack, accused the royal family of racism and cruelty, and has been known to cut ties with friends once they no longer serve her interests.
This pattern of behavior may explain the high turnover rate among her staff.
The challenge of maintaining a stable team is telling.
Former employees have even banded together, dubbing themselves the “Sussex Survivor Club,” reveling in their escape from the Markle-Harry regime.
Notably, Samantha Cohen, a senior royal courtier and long-time favorite of Queen Elizabeth, felt compelled to remain in her position longer than she desired due to the absence of a suitable replacement.
Another ex-employee expressed regret, stating that no current or former staff member would willingly accept a job with Meghan and Harry again.
Despite their relentless pursuit of top-tier public relations professionals and talented staff, the couple’s inability to foster a loyal team indicates a deeper flaw in their operational approach.