NARF Performance Accountability - Public Termination
Situation
Decided to execute a public termination within Nathan's org on Monday if NARF deliverables are not met. This is specifically intended as organizational signaling to drive accountability and force motion across the team. A second termination (Chris) may be required for legal reasons.
Reasoning
This is the execution of the Dec 30 termination decision. The purpose is organizational signaling - making it public sends an unmistakable message about the grave importance of CVE remediation and tool adoption. Slow adoption of Max's automation tools despite repeated emphasis has been deeply frustrating. The NARF deadline serves as a clear trigger. This is about changing culture around urgency and accountability, not just one person's performance.
Additional Context
NARF launches Monday. Trinity was identified as primary termination candidate. Discussed with Ryan Smith who will be consulted Monday to confirm, including potential second termination (Chris) for legal reasons. Part of broader H1 push on CVE remediation.
People Involved
Trinity Quirk, Chris, Nathan Blackham, Ryan Smith, Max Spevack
Source
reflection
AI Confidence
88%
Related Context
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Peter will take decisive action (a public termination) on Monday to signal a lack of patience and drive accountability in Nathan's org.
Outcome
Successful - sent the right message, team responded well
Recorded on January 12, 2026
Decision ID: b4c66fad-37c5-42f5-8c31-afa56eb16f66