Ashu Sharma

CEO of Microsoft Gaming

Indian-origin Patiala, Punjab, India

Quick Info

ProfessionCEO of Microsoft Gaming
NationalityIndian-origin
Date of Birth16/02/1982
Age44 years
BirthplacePatiala, Punjab, India

Latest News about Ashu Sharma

21/02/2026

Microsoft announced the appointment of Indian-origin executive Asha Sharma as the Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming. She succeeds Phil Spencer, who is retiring after nearly four decades with the company. Sharma will report directly to Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameAsha Sharma
ReligionHinduism

Physical Stats & More

Height180 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Body Measurements
Chest44 inches
Waist32 inches
Biceps14 inches

Educational Qualification(s)

DegreeBusiness Degree
UniversityCarlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota

Personal Life

Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Reading

Relationships & More

Marital StatusNot Known
Affairs/GirlfriendsNot Known
Wife/SpouseNot Known
Marriage DateNot Known
Children
SonNone
DaughterNone

Family

SpouseNot Known
Children
SonNone
DaughterNone

Career

Debut
FilmTeen Patti (2010)
TVNot Known
Career Milestones
  • Year: 2011 Role: Marketing Division Company: Microsoft
  • Year: 2013 Role: Chief Operating Officer Company: Porch Group
  • Year: 2015-2022 Role: Chief Marketing Officer and Board Member Company: Porch Group
  • Year: 2017 Role: Vice President of Product and Engineering Company: Meta
  • Year: Unknown Role: Head of Product for Messenger and Instagram Direct Company: Meta
  • Year: Unknown Role: Chief Operating Officer Company: Instacart
  • Year: 2024 Role: Head of Core AI Product Company: Microsoft
  • Year: 2026 Role: Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming Company: Microsoft

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Ashu Sharma is a seasoned theatre artist who has performed in numerous plays alongside renowned directors and actors nationwide.
2. He has showcased his talent in various TV commercials and print advertisements.
3. Known for his diverse roles, Ashu Sharma has featured in popular TV series such as ‘Sasural Simar Ka’ (2016) and ‘Dilli Wali Thakur Gurls’ (2015), as well as in episodes of ‘Savdhaan India’.
4. While initially stepping into the film industry as a character artist in ‘Teen Patti’ (2010), he also made a cameo appearance in ‘Dev D’ (2009) as the Canadian Boy.
5. Asha Sharma is an alumna of the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and brings nearly 15 years of experience across technology, product strategy and operational leadership.
6. She played a pivotal role in scaling Porch Group and was part of the leadership team that guided the company to its $1 billion public debut.
7. At Meta, she led product teams across Messenger and Instagram Direct, managing calling, video, and youth-focused experiences. Earlier in her tenure, she directed social impact products aimed at expanding digital access and safety.
8. She returned to Microsoft in 2024 to head Core AI Product before being appointed CEO of Microsoft Gaming.
9. Her appointment as CEO of Microsoft Gaming marks one of the biggest leadership changes in Xbox’s history and is expected to lead to a stronger focus on AI innovation and cross-platform expansion.
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