Derya Matras Appointed New VP for Meta EMEA: Leadership Transition and Growth Vision

Derya Matras Appointed Vice President for Meta in EMEA

Derya Matras will be the new Vice President for Meta in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). She is taking over from Angie Gifford, who will leave her position at the end of this year.

Derya Matras has extensive experience in managing diverse teams and markets. She joined Meta in 2015 and successfully led the business in Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey. Her leadership helped many businesses grow using Meta’s platforms. After this success, she added responsibilities for the UK and Northern Europe, managing operations in over 80 countries.

Before joining Meta, Derya held leadership positions in media, retail, and management consulting, mainly at McKinsey & Company.

Derya will join Nicola Mendelsohn’s leadership team right away and will take complete responsibility in December. She will work closely with Angie Gifford to ensure a smooth transition.

Nicola Mendelsohn’s Statement

Nicola Mendelsohn, Meta’s Global Head of Global Business Group, expressed her support for Derya. She said, “Derya has become a leader known for putting people first. She has deep industry knowledge and makes data-driven decisions. Derya focuses on helping businesses grow and creating opportunities for people everywhere. I am excited to see her in this new role.”

Derya Matras’s Thoughts

Derya Matras shared her enthusiasm for the new role. “I’m delighted to take the position of Vice President for GBG in EMEA. After nine years in this vibrant region, I have seen the impact of our tools on businesses. I look forward to collaborating with our partners to help them reach their full growth potential.”