Sebastian Juan

Global Head of Partnerships, Amazon

Professional Overview
Sebastian Juan is an accomplished global partnerships executive with a proven track record of driving strategic business growth and innovation. As the Global Head of Partnerships at Amazon, he leverages his extensive industry experience and expertise to forge transformative collaborations that enhance the company's product and service offerings.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his role as Global Head of Partnerships at Amazon, Sebastian is responsible for leading the company's global partnerships strategy and initiatives. He oversees a team of partnership managers and is tasked with identifying, negotiating, and implementing high-impact partnerships that expand Amazon's reach, capabilities, and customer value proposition. Under his leadership, Sebastian has spearheaded several successful partnerships that have resulted in the launch of innovative products and services, driving significant revenue growth and market share expansion.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Amazon, Sebastian served as the Director of Product Development & Partnerships at American Express, where he played a pivotal role in developing and managing a portfolio of strategic partnerships with leading financial institutions, technology providers, and merchant networks. During his tenure, he was instrumental in the launch of several award-winning co-branded credit card products and digital payment solutions that enhanced the company's competitive positioning and customer experience.

Academic Background
Sebastian holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he specialized in Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating with Honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic partnership development and management

• Product innovation and go-to-market strategy

• Financial services and e-commerce industry knowledge

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

• Negotiation, deal structuring, and contract management

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Sebastian has demonstrated a strong track record of driving measurable business impact through his partnership-building initiatives. At Amazon, he has successfully negotiated and implemented several high-profile partnerships that have expanded the company's product suite, enhanced customer experience, and generated substantial revenue growth. His industry expertise and collaborative leadership style have earned him recognition as a trusted advisor and valuable contributor to the company's strategic objectives.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, industry knowledge, and proven ability to forge transformative partnerships, Sebastian Juan is poised to continue driving significant value and growth for Amazon as the Global Head of Partnerships. His strategic vision, execution excellence, and collaborative approach make him a valuable asset in the highly competitive e-commerce and technology landscape.