Former Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser Joins Hasbro Board Weeks After Retirement

Former Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser Joins Hasbro Board Weeks After Retirement

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Key Points:

  • Doug Bowser, former president and COO of Nintendo of America, retired at the end of 2023 after nearly seven years in the role.
  • Shortly after his departure, Bowser was appointed to the board of directors at Hasbro, alongside Carla Vernón, CEO of The Honest Company.
  • Hasbro's board chair highlighted Bowser's extensive leadership experience as valuable for the company's long-term innovation and growth strategy.
  • Bowser's new role connects him to major gaming and entertainment franchises like Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering.
  • While no longer a public face for Nintendo, Bowser's influence in the gaming industry will continue through his position at Hasbro.