Overview

• Humam Sakhnini, a former Activision Blizzard and King executive, will officially assume the role of Discord CEO on April 28, 2025.
• Jason Citron, Discord's co-founder and outgoing CEO, will remain on the board and serve as an advisor to the new leadership.
• The leadership change aligns with Discord's reported plans to explore an initial public offering and expand its business operations.
• Discord is reaffirming its commitment to its gaming roots while exploring new monetization avenues such as advertising and micro-transactions.
• The platform has grown to over 200 million monthly active users, solidifying its role as a key social infrastructure for gaming communities and developers.