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Francesca de Quesada Covey
Tech Innovation Advisor at Miami-Dade County
Francesca de Quesada Covey is an accomplished technology executive with more than 15 years of experience in driving innovation and economic development to address critical societal and economic issues.
She currently serves as the Chief Innovation and Economic Development Officer for Miami-Dade County, playing a pivotal role in advancing innovation and boosting economic growth in a county with a significant GDP.
Francesca has a rich background in technology and finance, having previously held prominent positions at organizations like Facebook (now Meta) and as a Deputy Counselor in the Office of Public Engagement under President Obama.
With a strong educational foundation, Francesca holds a BA in Political Science and French from Columbia University, an MA in Finance from the Institut d'Etudes Politiques in Paris, and a Master's degree in International Business.
As a Cuban-American, Francesca is deeply rooted in the Miami-Dade community, where she resides with her family, demonstrating a fervent commitment to driving growth and innovation in her surroundings.