Luis Carrasco
About Luis Carrasco
Luis Carrasco is the Head of Product at Motion, having previously served as Head of Skype at Microsoft from 2020 to 2023. He has extensive experience in product management and software development, with a background that includes various roles at Microsoft over several years.
Current Role at Motion
Luis Carrasco serves as the Head of Product at Motion, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, focusing on creating innovative solutions that enhance user experience. His leadership aims to integrate products seamlessly into users' daily lives, fostering both joy and inspiration.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Prior to his current role, Luis Carrasco held multiple positions at Microsoft, contributing significantly to various teams and projects. He was the Head of Skype from 2020 to 2023, where he played a key role in evolving Skype into a fully-integrated, AI-powered platform. His tenure at Microsoft also included roles as Director of Product for Teams, Senior Product Manager, and Product Manager II, spanning from 2011 to 2020.
Educational Background
Luis Carrasco earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from Boston University, completing his studies in 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the same institution, which he achieved in 2010. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in product management and software development.
Product Development Expertise
Luis Carrasco has extensive experience in product development, having worked on a diverse range of platforms including web, mobile apps, bots, conversational UI, and computer vision. He has a proven track record of building and shipping large-scale applications and web services, managing all aspects of the software development cycle from ideation to execution.
Leadership Philosophy
Luis Carrasco believes in empowering team members by identifying their passions and allowing them to flourish. This leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration and innovation, fostering an environment where team members can contribute effectively to product development and organizational goals.