Chris Bailes steps in as EMEA head of Xbox Media Solutions at Microsoft Advertising
Before this move, he served as Head of Sales EMEA at Activision Blizzard Media
On The Move
Chris Bailes has taken on the role of EMEA Head of Xbox Media Solutions at Microsoft Advertising. He announced his new appointment through a LinkedIn post.
“I’m excited to share that I’m starting a new role as EMEA Head of Xbox Media Solutions at Microsoft AI,” the post stated.
Before this move, he served as Head of Sales EMEA at Activision Blizzard Media, where he oversaw revenue operations across the region.
Bailes is a highly experienced industry professional with more than two decades of expertise.
He began his career as a TV Buyer at Starcom Mediavest before swiftly transitioning into digital and trading leadership roles. After eight years, he moved into sales, heading a 15-member team at Specific Media. He then spent nine years at Twitter/X as UK Sales Director. In January 2024, he entered the gaming sector as Head of Sales EMEA at Activision Blizzard Media, managing revenue responsibilities
