LINKEDIN TAPS SHAPERO AS NEW CEO

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WED, APR 22, 2026

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Microsoft has named Daniel Shapero, LinkedIn's current COO, as the professional networking platform's new CEO. Shapero succeeds Ryan Roslansky, who led LinkedIn since 2020 and will remain as an executive vice president at Microsoft.

Shapero's appointment marks a significant leadership transition at LinkedIn, which Microsoft acquired for $26.2 billion in 2016. As COO, Shapero has overseen operational functions and will now helm the division's strategic direction. Roslansky departs the CEO role after four years at the helm, during which LinkedIn navigated pandemic-era shifts in recruitment and workplace trends. He will continue contributing to Microsoft's broader business in his new EVP capacity. The move reflects Microsoft's confidence in Shapero's operational expertise as LinkedIn continues expanding its services beyond recruiting into learning, sales, and creator tools. LinkedIn remains one of Microsoft's most valuable acquisitions, serving over 900 million members globally and generating significant revenue through subscriptions and advertising. No transition timeline was specified in the announcement.

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