Speakers
Jason Ronald, VP, Next Generation, Microsoft Xbox
Jason Ronald is a Vice President at Xbox, where he leads the teams responsible for guiding Xbox from one generation to the next. Bridging the developer platform and player experiences, Jason helps shape how Xbox evolves to meet players and creators wherever they are. With more than 20 years in the game and software industry, Jason brings deep experience across engineering, program management, and people leadership. He has a proven track record of shipping large-scale, complex projects that span hardware, software, and global online services—always with an emphasis on quality, reliability, and player impact. Jason is known for uniting diverse teams around a shared vision, driving technical excellence across game development, services, and platform security. A passionate people leader, he focuses on building high-performing teams through thoughtful hiring, mentorship, and individualized growth. At GDC, Jason brings a forward-looking perspective on the future of Xbox and the opportunities ahead for game creators.