Electronic Arts Inc., today announced the appointment of John Pleasants as President, Global Publishing and Chief Operating Officer of EA. In this role, Pleasants will lead EA’s Global Publishing Organization, Corporate Communications and Government Affairs, as well as the Online, Central Development and Technology teams. Pleasants begins immediately and reports to EA Chief Executive Officer John Riccitiello.

Riccitiello commented, “John’s experience as a business operator, his knowledge of online consumer relationships and his ability to lead large global teams will be a big asset to EA. He will be a close partner to me and to the executives that lead our four Labels.”

“This is a phenomenal opportunity and there’s no better time to be joining EA,” said John Pleasants. “John Riccitiello and the team at EA have laid out the right plan to take EA forward by building innovative products, expanding digital revenues, and extending its strengths in global publishing. I’m excited about the challenge of leading these initiatives and working with this talented team.”

Throughout his career, Pleasants has established himself as a leader in consumer marketing, online, and technology. His previous experience includes positions as President and Chief Executive Officer of Revolution Health Group, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ticketmaster, and key consumer marketing roles with Frito-Lay. He also has a long track record as an investor in, and serving as an advisor to, various privately-held companies.