Nelson Chan
About Nelson Chan
Nelson Chan is the Director of Business Strategy and Operations for Adobe's Digital Media Business, where he leads global business strategy initiatives. He has extensive experience in business development and strategy, having previously held key roles at Google, Agilent Technologies, and AOL.
Current Role at Adobe
Nelson Chan serves as the Director of Business Strategy and Operations for Adobe's Digital Media Business. In this role, he leads global business strategy and insight initiatives, particularly focusing on the Creative and Document Cloud segments. He drives run-the-business initiatives that support Adobe's growth phase. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic operations and ensuring alignment with Adobe's overall business objectives.
Previous Experience at Google
Nelson Chan held multiple positions at Google from 2014 to 2023. He was the Global Head of BD Operations for Google Play Partnerships, where he scaled partnerships for five years. Prior to that, he served as the Strategy and Sales Operations Lead for Google Fiber for one year, and as the Head of Promotion Operations for Google Play Gift Cards for another year. Additionally, he led the Mobile Web Ads Product Specialists Team for two years, contributing to various strategic initiatives across the company.
Background in Corporate Development
Nelson Chan has a strong background in corporate development and business strategy. He worked at Agilent Technologies as the Corporate Business Development and Ventures Manager for four years. He also held the position of Senior Manager for Corporate Development, Strategy, and M&A at Adobe Systems from 2008 to 2010. His expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, integration, and facilitating strategic growth.
Education and Expertise
Nelson Chan earned an MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business and a BS in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business. His educational background supports his expertise in corporate venture capital and board relations, which contribute to strategic decision-making processes. He is also involved in startup incubator accelerator programs, providing guidance and mentorship to emerging businesses.
Career in Business Development
Nelson Chan has extensive experience in business development across various companies. He worked at AOL as the Director of Business Development for Mobile & Email Apps for four years. Additionally, he was an M&A Investment Banking Associate at Banc of America Securities LLC, focusing on the Technology Group. His career reflects a consistent focus on strategic partnerships and operational excellence.