Linden Lab has announced their new CEO. Rod Humble, formerly of EA Games and Sony Entertainment.
As he's quoted in saying, "Joining Linden Lab is a very exciting opportunity, I have a long standing interest in the how the boundaries of society and economics change as communications evolve in new ways. Second Life is unique: it sits at the intersection of virtual worlds, avatars, and human contact. The Residents and developers of Second Life have built something very special, I am honored to join the talented team at Linden Lab to help expand this new frontier."
Full announcement here:
http://lindenlab.com/pressroom/releases/12_23_10