Microsoft Business Development Chief Chris Young Resigns After Four Years

Chris Young, a key leader in Microsoft's strategic partnerships and ventures, will remain with the company through March to assist with the transition.

• Chris Young, Microsoft's executive vice president of business development, strategy, and ventures, has resigned, effective immediately, according to an SEC filing.
• Young joined Microsoft in 2020 after serving as CEO of McAfee and played a pivotal role in major initiatives, including the Activision Blizzard acquisition and partnerships with OpenAI and Netflix.
• During his tenure, Young oversaw Microsoft's M12 venture fund, which focused on investments in emerging technologies and startups such as Innovaccer and PsiQuantum.
• Young, one of Microsoft's highest-paid executives in 2024, earned $12 million in total compensation and was a prominent advocate for diversity and inclusion within the company.
• Microsoft has not disclosed the reason for Young's resignation but stated he will remain with the company until March to support the transition and pursue a new endeavor.

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