Francisco Varela

Francisco Varela is currently the Vice President of Mobile & Connectivity Partnerships at Meta, a position he has held since August 2017, although he has transitioned through various roles within the company over the years. His career at Meta began as Director of Business Development in May 2015, and he has also served as Director of Mobile Partnerships & Alliances and VP of Telco Ecosystem Partnerships prior to his current role.1

Professional Background

• Meta Platforms, Inc.

  • Vice President, Growth Partnerships (May 2023 - Present)
  • Vice President, Telco Ecosystem Partnerships (June 2022 - May 2023)
  • Vice President, Mobile & Connectivity Partnerships (August 2017 - June 2022)
  • Director, Mobile Partnerships & Alliances (January 2017 - July 2017)
  • Director of Business Development (May 2015 - December 2016)

• YouTube

  • Held various positions from October 2007 to July 2014, including Director of Global Platforms Partnerships Business Development and Head of Mobile Partnerships.

• Other Roles

  • Advisor at Vyntelligence since January 2015.
  • Board Member for Internet Para Todos from May 2019 to May 2022.

Education

Francisco Varela earned his law degree from the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law, completing his studies there between 1995 and 1998.1

Skills and Languages

He is fluent in Spanish and has extensive experience in mobile partnerships and business development across various technology platforms. His expertise includes strategic partnerships with telecommunications companies and enhancing connectivity solutions globally.1