Microsoft execs on the move

 

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Rob Bennett and Brad Silverberg are the latest in a growing tally of key players who have decided to leave the software giant to start fresh with other companies, travel, and spend more time with their families. "For years I put work first; now it's time to put other things first." - Brad Silverberg, departing Microsoft executive

MSN executive leaves for media start-up Rob Bennett, director of marketing for Microsoft's consumer and commerce group, resigns his post, the latest executive to leave the software firm. Outbound Microsoft exec switching gears Q&A In an email interview with CNET News.com, Brad Silverberg speaks about his nine years at Microsoft, the circumstances of his leaving, and his future plans. Key Microsoft exec resigns Brad Silverberg will serve his final day at Microsoft on Friday, capping a tumultuous nine-year career at the software giant. previous coverage Microsoft's Myhrvold to take one-year leave The company's chief technology officer, Nathan Myhrvold, plans to take a sabbatical to pursue his interests in scientific research and to travel.