Joshua Virgona
About Joshua Virgona
Joshua Virgona serves as the Director of Partnerships at DuckDuckGo, where he has worked since 2022. With a strong background in marketing and business development, he has held various leadership roles in notable companies such as NBCUniversal and Virgin Media.
Current Role at DuckDuckGo
Joshua Virgona serves as the Director of Partnerships at DuckDuckGo, a position he has held since 2022. Based in San Francisco, California, he focuses on establishing and growing key partnerships to accelerate the company's growth. His role involves strategic collaboration and relationship management to enhance DuckDuckGo's market presence.
Previous Experience at NBCUniversal
Prior to joining DuckDuckGo, Joshua Virgona worked at NBCUniversal in various roles. He served as the Director of Commercial Partnerships from 2019 to 2021 and was also the Head of Marketing from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Marketing from 2015 to 2019. His tenure at NBCUniversal spanned across six years and included significant contributions to marketing and partnership strategies.
Background in Advertising and Marketing
Joshua Virgona has a solid background in advertising, transitioning into client-side roles over the years. He worked as a Senior Account Director at The&Partnership from 2006 to 2010 and as a Marketing Manager at Virgin Media from 2010 to 2014. His experience encompasses leading marketing operations in the media and telecommunications sectors across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Education and Qualifications
Joshua Virgona earned a Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce from the University of Melbourne, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from RMIT University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in marketing and business development.
Leadership in Business Development
In recent years, Joshua Virgona has transitioned into leadership roles focused on business development and commercial strategy. His extensive experience in marketing and partnerships has equipped him with the skills necessary to drive growth and establish strategic alliances within the organizations he has worked for.