- The Gaming Division at Microsoft has named Asha Sharma as its new chief executive officer. She succeeds Phil Spencer, who has retired from the role. She will become Vice President of the Gaming Division together with her role as chief executive officer.
- Asha Sharma will supervise Microsoft Gaming during a period when revenue growth rates will decline. She will face strong global competition which exists in the gaming content and services industry.
Microsoft Gaming Leadership Transition
- Phil Spencer's retirement created a need for new leadership. Microsoft confirmed that Asha Sharma will lead the division’s strategic direction and operations.
- The company also announced other senior-level changes. Matt Booty has been promoted to Chief Content Officer. He will assume responsibility for the management of game studios and the oversight of principal video game titles.
Asha Sharma Professional Background
- Asha Sharma worked as a senior Microsoft executive in the artificial intelligence division before her appointment as CEO of Microsoft Gaming. She played a key role in advancing AI-focused initiatives within the company.
- She worked in high-level executive positions for various worldwide technology firms before returning to Microsoft. Her experience includes leadership roles in product strategy and business development.
Educational background and early work experience
- Asha Sharma earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.
- At Microsoft she started her career with a position in marketing. In 2013 she departed the company to pursue positions at various international technology companies. Two years ago she returned to Microsoft as a senior executive in the core AI division.
- Asha Sharma now leads Microsoft Gaming because her AI expertise and global technology executive experience enable her to do so during this time of industry competition and technological progress.
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