Microsoft has announced the promotion of Cari Benn to the role of Chief Privacy Officer. Benn, who has been with the company for 18 years, shared this advancement in a LinkedIn post on Friday. Previously serving as the associate general counsel for privacy and accessibility regulatory affairs, Benn also held the position of assistant chief privacy officer.
Benn’s new role aligns her with the complex network of privacy and artificial intelligence regulations. This shift comes following the announcement that outgoing Chief Privacy Officer Julie Brill will retire by the end of July. Brill has indicated her intention to continue her association with Microsoft in a consulting capacity. To read more on this development, access the full article here.
While these developments signify internal stability and continuity for Microsoft amid evolving regulatory landscapes, the company declined to provide any official comments on the appointment. Benn’s expertise is expected to be integral as she manages the dual challenges of regulatory compliance and maintaining Microsoft’s privacy commitments.