Activision Blizzard has made a big-name new hire, bringing on former president George W. Bush's counterterrorism expert Frances F. Townsend to become the gaming company's executive vice president for corporate affairs. She also worked for the US Department of Justice in the George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush administrations. In her new role with the gaming company, Townsend will oversee Activision Blizzard's government affairs, public policy, and communications departments.
"Fran is a highly regarded public servant and corporate executive," Activision Bizzard CEO Bobby Kotick said in a statement. "We are very fortunate to have her wealth of experience added to our leadership team. Our company will benefit greatly from her energy, intellect, and stewardship."
Townsend said in her own statement: "I have known Bobby for over a decade and believe in him as a transformational leader. Activision Blizzard has grown at a remarkable rate over the last twenty five years, and I want to be part of the continuation of this incredible journey to connect the world through our amazing franchises."
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