Max Rivera is an experienced professional in global partnerships and commercial strategy, currently serving as Head of EMEA - Commercial Expansion at Snap Inc. since December 2016, where responsibilities include leading an international team to develop go-to-market strategies for emerging markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Additionally, Rivera is involved in angel investing as a member of Jason Calacanis' Syndicate and as Head of the NYC Chapter for Angeles Investors, focusing on startups founded by Latinos. Other roles include being a Startup Mentor at Outlier Ventures, Deal Partner at Ganas Ventures, and serving on various advisory boards for tech, media, and art startups. Rivera has also contributed as a guest lecturer at renowned institutions such as Columbia University and NYU Stern School of Business. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Global Marketing Communications & Advertising from Emerson College and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Marketing from Mercyhurst University.