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Riccitiello Returns To Electronic Arts As CEO

Published by Rachel Baumbach February 26th, 2007 in Tech.

Willy says there's no place like home!The prodigal son returns. John Riccitiello, former president and COO of Electronic Arts, is replacing Larry Probst and taking the mantle of CEO. Riccitiello had left Electronic Arts in 2004 to join Elevation Partners.

“We’re happy to welcome John back as EA’s new CEO,” said Probst, whois sticking aroundas executive chairman of the board. “His skill and vision as an executive and his experience in our industry have earned him the respect of our employees and shareholders.”

“Leading EA has always been my dream job and I am truly honored that Larry and the board have given me this opportunity,” Riccitiello said in a statement. “This is an extremely well-run company driven by outstanding studio and publishing teams. They’ve also made strategic investments in new platforms and markets that will help extend EA’s industry leadership in the years ahead.”

Source: Gamespot

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