Sarah Bond is leaving Xbox
Source: The Verge
Leadership Changes
Sarah Bond during the May 2024 Bloomberg Technology Summit. | Bloomberg via Getty Images
Sarah Bond, the president and COO of Xbox, is leaving the organization, along with Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer. Their departures are being announced simultaneously, with Asha Sharma moving into the EVP and CEO of Gaming role and Matt Booty being promoted to EVP and chief content officer.
Microsoft is making these changes as it undergoes dramatic shifts to its Xbox strategy, including bringing Windows and Xbox closer together to empower devices like the Xbox Ally handheld rather than relying entirely on first‑party Xbox hardware. The company is also navigating increased pressures on the Xbox business, major layoffs, and other challenges.