Event Brief
Microsoft Gaming Chief Phil Spencer Retires
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 4:02 PM ET
Summary: Phil Spencer retires from Microsoft after 38 years, replaced by Asha Sharma, former COO of Instacart.
WHO: Phil Spencer, Asha Sharma
WHAT: Retirement and leadership change at Microsoft
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 3:59 PM ET
WHERE: Redmond
WHY: Leadership transition after long tenure
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