Microsoft's Long-Serving Communications Chief Frank Shaw Steps Down After Nearly 29 Years

Microsoft's Chief Communications Officer Frank Shaw is leaving the company after nearly 29 years of service. He will stay until December to ensure a smooth transition and support ongoing global public relations campaigns.

Shaw has been a defining voice for Microsoft, navigating the company through major milestones such as Windows deployments, cloud transitions, and multibillion-dollar acquisitions. He guided messaging during high-profile corporate takeovers like the $26.2 billion LinkedIn purchase and the $69 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition.

The executive will remain at the helm until his departure in December to oversee team operations and transition planning. Microsoft has not yet announced a permanent successor for the communications chief position, stating that leadership is actively evaluating internal and external candidates.