Paul Eibeler


Paul Eibeler is a former CEO of Take-Two Interactive between 2005 and 2007.

Early life

Eibler was born on July 26, 1955 in Hicksville, New York. He attended Holy Trinity High School where he excelled in basketball and this enabled him to earn an athletic scholarship to Loyola College of Maryland. He was awarded the ECAC Merit Medal in his senior year and graduated in 1978 with a Bachelor of Arts degree..

Tenure at Take-Two Interactive

In July 2000 Eibeler joined Take-Two Interactive as president and director. In April 2003 he left Take-Two after a medical leave, and returned as president and director in April 2004. Replacing Ryan Brant who was ensnared in investigations of accounting irregularity. In February 2005 Eibeler was named CEO. In March 2007 Eibeler resigned as CEO after a proxy battle.
Most notable events during Eibler's management:
On August 3, 2009, SouthPeak Games announced that Eibeler had joined its board of directors. “His depth of experience will certainly be an asset to SouthPeak growth as a major publisher,” said Terry Phillips, Chairman of SouthPeak.

Personal life

Eibeler is married to his wife Mary for more than 30 years and has three children. He currently lives in Long Island.