It's official: Alex Barnett is leaving Microsoft. I heard the news from Alex last week and I've been 'processing it' for a few days. Tonight Korby Parnell is throwing an impromptu dinner where both Alex and I are attending. No doubt this will be an interesting evening.
Microsoft has lost another passionate employee. Alex understood how to navigate the 'old' Microsoft and the 'new' Microsoft. He could weave the best from both worlds together.
It makes me wonder: Does Microsoft have what it takes to retain talent?
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