Alberto Velarde

Alberto Velarde is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategy and operations across multiple sectors. Currently serving as Vice President for Strategy & Operations at Mastercard Americas since July 2017, Alberto has held various leadership roles within Mastercard Advisors, overseeing commercial efforts in the Caribbean. Prior to this, Alberto was a Development Manager for KFC Latin America & Caribbean, managing franchise development across 15 markets. Alberto also gained significant consulting experience at Bain & Company, leading strategy engagements and optimizing business operations. An earlier internship at Advent International involved launching initiatives for Grupo Gayosso, enhancing service differentiation. Alberto began a career at Procter & Gamble as a Marketing Intern, effectively managing brand responsibilities. Alberto holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BS in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México.