John Lagerling

John Lagerling is a seasoned professional with an extensive background in business development, partnerships, and executive leadership roles at notable companies like Mercari, Facebook, and Google.

Currently serving as the CEO of Mercari US, Chief Business Officer, and a director of the board at Mercari Global, John leads strategic initiatives and contributes his expertise to drive growth and innovation in the company.

Prior to Mercari, John held key positions at Facebook as the VP of Business Development & Mobile and Product Partnerships, overseeing global business development, mobile partnerships, and various other strategic initiatives.

During his tenure at Google, John served as the Senior Director of Android global partnerships, where he led the business development team in managing partnerships for Android across various sectors globally.

With a successful track record at Google, he also held roles as the Director of AdMob Japan and Korea, Vice President & General Manager for Japan and Korea at AdMob, and Head of Mobile Business development and Product for Japan and Asia-Pacific.

John's experience extends to NTT DoCoMo, where he served as an Executive Advisor in the i-mode Business Development department, specializing in domestic and international business development within the multimedia services sector.

His educational background includes studying Marketing and International Business Economics at Stockholm School of Economics and the University of Tokyo, reflecting his strong academic foundation in the field.

Outside of his corporate roles, John Lagerling has been actively involved in various organizations, including serving as Founder/Chairman at PLAYTRON, Board Member at Cronologics Corporation, and Chief Executive Officer at Mercari US.

With a proven ability to establish and manage partnerships with telecom operators globally, John has a knack for identifying, negotiating, and executing complex deals, as evidenced by his successful collaborations with major companies across different regions.

John's leadership roles, strategic business acumen, and deep understanding of partnership dynamics make him a highly respected figure in the tech industry, known for his contributions to companies like Mercari, Facebook, and Google.