Amazon CEO Andy Jassy picks marketplace exec to be his new 'shadow' advisor

In a significant leadership shift, Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy has appointed Dharmesh Mehta, a senior executive in the company's marketplace division, as his new technical advisor. This announcement was made on Wednesday through a company blog post. Starting in March, Mehta will take on the coveted role, often referred to internally as a 'shadow' advisor. This position is highly regarded within Amazon, as it involves closely following Jassy to various meetings, providing a unique opportunity to gain insight into the company's diverse operations. Shadow advisors at Amazon typically advance to more prominent positions, highlighting the role's importance in shaping the future leaders of the company. Notably, Jassy himself was a shadow advisor to Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos in the early 2000s before rising to become the CEO of Amazon Web Services. Mehta's appointment signals a strategic move to ensure continuity and innovation within Amazon's leadership team.