Microsoft names Dan Shapero as LinkedIn CEO after Ryan Roslansky’s exit
Microsoft announced Ryan Roslansky’s departure as LinkedIn CEO at the end of 2026, after six years leading the platform. Roslansky, who joined LinkedIn in 2009 and oversaw its growth from 700 million to 1.3 billion users, expanded his role within Microsoft in 2025 to include leadership over Office and Copilot. Satya Nadella praised Roslansky’s contributions, particularly in unifying Copilot with…
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- Ryan Roslansky leaves Microsoft as LinkedIn CEO at year-end 2026 after six years
- LinkedIn user base grew from 700M to 1.3B under his leadership, per CNBC
- Dan Shapero, LinkedIn’s COO, replaces Roslansky as CEO
The move follows a wave of leadership changes at Microsoft, including departures of Phil Spencer (gaming) and Rajesh Jha (Office) this year. Dan Shapero, LinkedIn’s chief operating officer, will succeed Roslansky. Microsoft’s AI push continues, with Copilot now central to its productivity strategy. No financial impact on LinkedIn’s operations was specified in the announcement.
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finance.yahoo.com · 1 October 2026
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