There has been no official word about his departure, which has taken
staff by surprise. However, sources within the business channel said
Goodfellow's resignation was largely because he wanted to be closer to
his family.
They said that since he assumed the role about 18 months ago, his family had remained in San Diego.
"After one-and-a-half years, he believed it was about time to return to
the US,
one source said.
Goodfellow left the channel at the end of February, however, a replacement has yet to be named.
Shawn Galey, CNBC Asia's vice-president and general counsel, has been named acting chief executive officer, while the search for Goodfellow's successor continues.
