Dropbox will keep its virtual-first work model under new co-CEO

Since adopting a virtual-first policy in 2021, Dropbox has seen a surge in applicant interest and higher offer acceptance rates, according to company data. Co-CEO Ashraf Alkarmi, a former Vimeo and Meta executive who joined Dropbox as senior vice president in 2024, announced that the remote-first model will stay in place when he eventually assumes the role of sole CEO. He described the arrangement as an “incredible model” that provides flexibility and autonomy to employees.

The company continues to host periodic in-person events, including an annual hack week where staff travel to studios in San Francisco, Seattle and Dublin to collaborate on projects. Additional gatherings such as leadership off-sites and team-specific retreats are also scheduled to strengthen connections. Alkarmi emphasized that face-to-face interactions are essential for building trust, while founder Drew Houston has previously criticized mandatory return-to-office mandates.