Microsoft Chief Communications Officer Frank Shaw Exits After 17 Years

Frank Shaw, Microsoft's chief communications officer, is leaving the company after 17 years as an employee, with his total association with Microsoft spanning 29 years including his earlier tenure at agency Waggener Edstrom. Shaw announced his departure in an internal note to his team, citing a desire to move on and explore new opportunities. During his time at Microsoft, he played a central role in guiding the company's communications through major milestones, including CEO transitions and a strategic shift to cloud computing. He also helped manage messaging around landmark acquisitions such as the $26.2 billion LinkedIn deal in 2016 and the $69 billion Activision Blizzard purchase.