Prince Harry Dealt 'Huge Blow,' As 'Crucial' Staff Member At His Nonprofit Quits After Five Years

Prince Harry faces turbulence as his eco-travel nonprofit Travalyst loses a "crucial" member, sparking scrutiny over high staff turnover.

This new development comes after other senior resignations. Despite this, ex-staff continue to praise Harry and Meghan Markle's dedication.

Meanwhile, Prince Harry is expected in London on September 8, coinciding with Queen Elizabeth II's death anniversary, for a potential "make-or-break" meeting with King Charles III.

Harry has reportedly suffered a major setback as one of the key leaders of his eco-travel initiative prepares to exit.

Sally Davey, chief executive of Travalyst, has confirmed she will step down in the coming months after five years at the helm.

According to the Daily Mail's Richard Eden, an insider described Davey's decision as a "huge blow," crediting her with playing a vital role in shaping the company's progress.

In her farewell message, Davey explained that she had "reached a point in my journey where I know I need to give more time back to my family, and to myself."

In her message, Davey also thanked Harry for his backing, calling him "a confidant and guide" during her decision to move on.

She added, "I'm proud of what we've built together. And while I'll be stepping down as CEO, I remain as committed as ever to Travalyst's mission."

Harry launched the London-based nonprofit in 2019, when he and Meghan Markle were still senior royals.

The royal founded it to encourage sustainable travel by partnering with major players such as TripAdvisor and Skyscanner.

Davey's exit is the latest in a series of high-profile departures from Harry and Meghan's ventures.

Earlier this year, Travalyst's chairman stepped down after just a year and a half, and last summer Harry's chief of staff, Josh Kettler, resigned only three months into the job.

The Sussexes have faced scrutiny for the turnover of senior staff across their projects, fueling speculation about challenges behind the scenes.

Kettler, however, offered a different perspective. Speaking to Us Weekly, the communications expert, who had also held senior roles at Cognixion, said he was "warmly welcomed" by Harry, Meghan, and the Archewell team.

He praised the couple's commitment, calling them "dedicated and hardworking," and noted that it was "impressive to witness."

His comments came as several colleagues rallied to defend Meghan after The Hollywood Reporter branded her "Duchess Difficult" in an explosive exposé.

Meanwhile, King Charles and Harry may finally sit down together next week in what insiders are calling a "make-or-break" meeting for their strained relationship.

A source told Us Weekly that if the encounter "goes well, it could lead to other family members being open to better relationships."

However, "If things get leaked negatively, then it's done, and there's no chance [for peace]."

Harry is scheduled to be in London on September 8 for the WellChild Awards, an event he has supported for nearly two decades. The date carries extra weight, as it also marks three years since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II at age 96.

With Charles now battling cancer, those close to the duke say he feels a growing urgency to repair ties. "Harry is concerned about his father and feels the weight of time," the source noted.

On the other hand, for the king, the motivation appears to be about stability and "harmony."

"For Charles, a meeting with Harry means establishing harmony," the insider noted. "[He] understands that headlines and strife are not good for anyone, and he wants things to move forward. For Harry, it's an opening for his children to have a relationship with their grandfather."

The source also suggests that a possible meeting between Charles and Harry next week could help ease years of family tension and set the stage for a fresh start.

"Charles does want to meet Harry," the insider shared. "He doesn't want this falling-out to overshadow his legacy. But Harry has caused chaos and hurt, so it's complicated."

Royal expert Marlene Koenig believes that if such a meeting takes place, it will be discreet "and more likely to be on the King's terms rather than Harry's."

Another insider described the talks as "the first tentative steps of reconciliation," adding that while the chances of the father and son meeting are "high," expectations for a deep resolution should remain modest.