Snap Chief Business Officer Ajit Mohan Steps Down; Ronan Harris to Take Over

Snap chief business officer Ajit Mohan is stepping down after four years; Ronan Harris will take over as CCO.

Updated: 10 Sept 2026 • 10:04 am

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Snap Chief Business Officer Ajit Mohan Steps Down; Ronan Harris to Take Over

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Snap chief business officer Ajit Mohan announced he is stepping down after nearly four years at the company, with his departure expected to take effect on December 31, 2026. Ronan Harris, who has led Snap's Europe, Middle East and Africa business since 2022, has been elevated to the newly created role of chief commercial officer to succeed the outgoing Snap chief business officer. Mohan, a former Meta India head and Hotstar CEO, said his decision was personal, driven by plans to return to India and Singapore to spend more time with his family.

Snap is reshuffling its top advertising leadership, with chief business officer Ajit Mohan departing after helping rebuild the company's ad business over the past four years.

Here is what led to the exit of Snap's chief business officer and who is stepping in to replace him.

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Why Mohan Is Leaving

In a LinkedIn post, the outgoing Snap chief business officer said his reason for leaving was simple and personal, citing two years of commuting between New York, Los Angeles and Singapore while his family stayed in Singapore. Snap said in a regulatory filing that his departure was not related to any disagreement over strategy, management, operations or financial practices.

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Who Takes Over the Advertising Business

Ronan Harris, who has led Snap's EMEA business since 2022 after more than 17 years at Google, has been named chief commercial officer, taking on responsibility for global advertising sales and go-to-market operations previously held by the Snap chief business officer. Harris will report directly to co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel.

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FAQs

Who is the Snap chief business officer stepping down?

Ans. Ajit Mohan, who joined Snap in January 2023 and was elevated to Snap chief business officer in February 2025, is stepping down.

When does Ajit Mohan's departure take effect?

Ans. His departure as Snap chief business officer is expected to take effect on December 31, 2026.

Who will replace the outgoing Snap chief business officer?

Ans. Ronan Harris, currently president of Snap's Europe, Middle East and Africa business, has been named chief commercial officer.

Why is Ajit Mohan leaving Snap?

Ans. He said the decision was personal, driven by wanting to spend more time with his family after two years of commuting between New York, Los Angeles and Singapore.