Natalia Villegas

Natalia Villegas is a marketing and communications professional with over six years of experience in the industry. Natalia is currently the Head of Marketing and Communications at Pienso, a position they have held for 2 years and 4 months. Prior to their current role, Natalia served as the Marketing and Communications Director at UBQ Media, where they were responsible for researching new media and emerging trends, presenting growth and new market opportunities to clients, and planning integrated marketing campaigns. During their 4 years at UBQ Media, Natalia generated publicity for clients in The New York Times, NPR, Fast Company, Wired, and several other publications.

Before their work in marketing and communications, Natalia served as a Program Assistant at the MIT Media Lab, where they liaised between the Media Lab’s 28 Research Groups and 30+ Global Corporate Sponsors. In this role, they executed 50+ yearly technology, brainstorming, and product meetings/ conferences between research groups, thought leaders, and C-level executives. Natalia also oversaw the management of specific projects as assigned and ensured timely deliverables.

Natalia Villegas attended the University of Maryland College Park, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree.