TelevisaUnivision, the world’s leading Spanish-language media company, announced the appointment of John Farrell as Head of Partnerships, a newly created role that unifies the company’s global content distribution, platform relationships, corporate development, and international growth initiatives. Reporting to TelevisaUnivision CEO Daniel Alegre, Farrell will lead the company’s end-to-end distribution strategy across linear, digital, streaming, and emerging platforms to deepen strategic partnerships, drive revenue growth, and expand the company’s global footprint.
“We’re thrilled to welcome John to TelevisaUnivision – his track record in global deal-making and strategic partnerships makes him a tremendous asset as we accelerate our momentum and strengthen our position as the first-choice collaborator in the industry,” said Daniel Alegre, CEO of TelevisaUnivision. “Having worked with John earlier in our careers, I saw firsthand his ability to drive growth, build enduring relationships, and execute complex partnerships with creativity and discipline. His leadership will be key to scaling our partnerships function and unlocking new value across the business.”
“TelevisaUnivision is the definitive leader in Spanish-language media, with a portfolio that deeply connects with audiences and delivers meaningful value to partners around the world,” said Farrell. “At a moment when demand for culturally rich content is reshaping the global landscape, the company stands apart – uniquely positioned to scale its distribution footprint and forge transformative partnerships. I look forward to building on that momentum alongside the team."
Farrell is a seasoned tech executive and investor with extensive experience driving partnerships as well as building, operating, and funding high-growth technology companies across the U.S., Latin America, and global markets. Farrell joins TelevisaUnivision following nearly a decade in venture capital, where he helped launch and lead multiple funds, shaped investment strategy across emerging sectors, and supported the growth of high-performing startups across Latin America and beyond.
Before that, he worked at Google in senior leadership roles across Latin America and Asia. During that time, he led YouTube’s business in Latin America, playing a pivotal role in establishing the platform as the region’s leading digital video destination. He also served as Country Director for Google Mexico, giving him deep insight into the Mexican market and the broader regional digital ecosystem. Farrell’s work spanned content, distribution, and partnership initiatives, driving rapid growth and expanding digital access across key markets.
Earlier in his career, he held a range of leadership roles across telecom, satellite, and internet sectors, where he contributed to strategic growth and international expansion. Farrell is based in Mexico City and is a native English and Spanish speaker.
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