Steve Villegas
About Steve Villegas
Steve Villegas serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at BitPay, where he leads efforts to enhance cryptocurrency transactions for merchants and consumers. He has over 20 years of experience in sales, partner development, and marketing, with a background that includes leadership roles at several prominent companies in the payments industry.
Work at BitPay
Steve Villegas serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at BitPay, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads sales and account management efforts aimed at facilitating global cryptocurrency transactions for both merchants and consumers. His focus is on enhancing crypto acceptance and developing spending tools that support the payments revolution. His experience in the payments industry equips him to drive BitPay's mission forward.
Education and Expertise
Steve Villegas earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Madison University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in sales and marketing within the payments industry. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed expertise in building and managing sales teams, partner development, and marketing strategies.
Background
Steve Villegas has a diverse professional background with significant experience in the payments and telecommunications sectors. He began his career at MCI, where he worked as Senior Director for 14 years. He then transitioned to various roles at First Data Corporation, including Director of Sales and Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. His career also includes leadership positions at Vesta Corporation and PPRO Group, where he managed national sales and partnerships.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Steve Villegas has held several key leadership positions that highlight his capabilities in sales and partnerships. At First Data Corporation, he served in multiple roles, including Regional Vice President of Sales and Senior Director of Sales. His tenure at Vesta Corporation and PPRO Group further established his reputation in the industry. His contributions have consistently focused on enhancing sales strategies and expanding market reach.