Xbox hires game industry analyst Matthew Ball to lead strategy
Microsoft has appointed Matthew Ball as the new chief strategy officer for Xbox. Ball, a respected game industry analyst, has been collaborating with Xbox on strategy since early in the year. This leadership change is part of a broader restructuring at Xbox aimed at enhancing clarity and execution as the company prepares for future developments.
- ▪Matthew Ball is joining Xbox as chief strategy officer.
- ▪Ball has previously held roles at Illumination, Amazon Studios, and Accenture Strategy.
- ▪Scott Van Vliet has been appointed as the new chief technology officer for Xbox.
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