Xbox's New CEO Asha Sharma Aims to Revive Gaming Division with Clarity and Transparency

Asha Sharma, the new CEO of Microsoft's Xbox division, is trying to turn around the company's declining fortunes. The Indian-origin executive has been profiled by The Wall Street Journal, which revealed that she had no experience in videogames before taking the helm.

Sharma's background is in technology and business, having worked at companies like Meta Platforms and Instacart in senior leadership roles. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the UMN Carlson School of Management.

As she navigates the challenges facing Xbox, Sharma has emphasized the importance of 'clarity' - telling her colleagues that 'clarity is kindness'. This philosophy, which has played a key role in her rapid rise through senior leadership positions, involves sharing successes and hard realities with transparency and honesty.