Former Blizzard President Mike Ybarra Appointed CEO of PrizePicks

Ybarra transitions from leading Blizzard Entertainment to heading daily fantasy sports startup PrizePicks.

Mike Ybarra, former Blizzard Entertainment president, has been named CEO of PrizePicks.
Ybarra's move follows his resignation from Blizzard after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
PrizePicks, an Atlanta-based company, offers daily fantasy sports contests and has a significant focus on esports.
Ybarra joins PrizePicks as the company plans major expansions, including hiring 1,000 new employees.
PrizePicks founder Adam Wexler will transition to an executive chairman role.