XSET Co-Founder Marco Mereu Officially Exits Company

Marco Mereu, a co-founder of the esports organization XSET, officially confirmed his departure from the company in November 2022, noting that his exit occurred in August of that year. The transition followed internal organizational changes that became apparent in early September, when XSET CEO and co-founder Greg Selkoe announced the promotion of Steve Birkhold to the role of chief operating officer. The omission of Mereu’s name during that announcement served as a primary indicator of internal friction between the organization's leadership.

While Mereu issued a public statement expressing pride in the organization’s growth and gratitude toward its staff, players, and fans, he did not provide specific reasons for his departure or disclose his future professional plans. Despite stepping down from his operational role, he is understood to remain a stakeholder in the company. Neither current nor former executives associated with the organization have provided further comment regarding the circumstances of the leadership change. This development highlights a significant shift in the executive structure of the esports firm, which has been active in the industry for over two years.