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Microsoft Veteran Rajesh Jha to Retire as Experiences + Devices Is Reorganized Under Nadella

Microsoft centralizes key product leaders under Satya Nadella to preserve Copilot momentum into FY27.

Overview

  • Jha will transition out on July 1 and then remain in an advisory role after a 35+ year tenure.
  • Microsoft is not naming a single successor, with Perry Clarke, Charles Lamanna, Pavan Davuluri, and Ryan Roslansky now reporting directly to Satya Nadella.
  • Jeff Teper is promoted to executive vice president, and Sumit Chauhan and Kirk Koenigsbauer are elevated to president roles.
  • Detailed operating rhythms and reporting lines will be finalized between now and June to align for the start of FY27.
  • Microsoft says priorities including the Secure Future Initiative, the Quality Engineering Initiative, and Copilot remain unchanged, reinforcing continuity across Windows, Microsoft 365, Teams, and devices.