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Microsoft Veteran Exits After 35 Years
22 May
Summary
- Yusuf Mehdi departs Microsoft after 35 years.
- He will focus on consumer marketing until 2027.
- Mehdi worked on Windows, Bing, and Xbox launches.
Yusuf Mehdi, a prominent figure at Microsoft for 35 years, has announced his departure from the tech giant. His exit is planned for next year, though he will continue his marketing leadership role for consumer-focused Windows, Copilot, and Microsoft 365 until 2027.
Mehdi expressed a desire to ensure the team and mission are set up for future success during this critical period for Microsoft and its customers. He began his career at Microsoft as an intern in the 1990s.
His career highlights include significant involvement in the launch of Windows 3.1 and Windows 95, as well as marketing for Internet Explorer. Mehdi also dedicated over a decade to Microsoft's search and online services, including the introduction of Bing. Furthermore, he was instrumental in launching the Xbox One, Windows 10, and Copilot Plus PCs.
Mehdi's departure follows that of other veteran executives, such as Rajesh Jha, who is retiring after more than 35 years. Jha's exit has led to a restructuring of upper management for key Windows and Office product groups. Mehdi described his decision as difficult, viewing Microsoft as the 'canvas for my life's work,' having witnessed major technological shifts from the early internet to the current AI revolution.
