Francisco Gallego
About Francisco Gallego
Francisco Gallego is the Global Inclusion & Diversity Manager at Expedia Group, based in Madrid, Spain. He has extensive academic and professional experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion, holding various leadership roles and certifications.
Title
Francisco Gallego is the Global Inclusion & Diversity Manager at Expedia Group, where he has been serving since 2023. His role is based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain.
Education and Expertise
Francisco Gallego holds a Diversity & Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University, completed in 2020. He earned a Diploma from New York University in 2017 and a Master’s Degree from Escuela de Organización Industrial in 2016. Additionally, he was awarded the Nordplus Scholarship at the University of Tartu in 2013 and completed a Master of Social Science at the University of Helsinki in 2013. He also received an Erasmus Scholarship from Universität Hamburg and a Scholarship from St. Lawrence University. His foundational education includes a Bachelor's degree from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, achieved in 2011.
Company
At Expedia Group, Francisco oversees the global strategy of Inclusion Business Groups (IBGs), focusing on advancing inclusion and fostering a sense of belonging for underrepresented identities. He has held several leadership positions within Pride, the Inclusion Business Group dedicated to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Achievements
Francisco Gallego served as the Global Growth Chair for an Inclusion Business Group, playing a pivotal role in its global expansion. He was also elected as Global President of an Inclusion Business Group, leading the global board in collaboration with executive sponsors and regional advisors. He is certified as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) and contributes as a DEI consultant at the Design Institute of Spain (D!OS). Additionally, he holds a leadership position at Out In Tech Spain.