Don Mattrick, the head of Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business that oversees the company's Xbox division, is reportedly stepping down to take a high-level position at Zynga. According to All Things D , multiple sources have said that Mattrick could be in line for the position of CEO, a move that would mark a major shake-up for both companies involved. The timing behind this move is particularly strange, as Microsoft is ramping up for its fall launch of the Xbox One console, something that Mattrick undoubtably was closely involved in. The destination is equally curious — Zynga has been dealing with some major challenges, recently closing offices and laying off more than 500 employees. Things are tough from a financial...
via The Verge - All Posts http://www.theverge.com/2013/7/1/4483232/xbox-boss-don-mattrick-reportedly-leaving-microsoft-for-zynga
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