Biography
Mary Francia
CEO, Serowires
Mary Francia is a distinguished international executive with deep expertise in strategy and governance. She has a proven track record of supporting CEOs and executive teams in Fortune 500 companies, where her leadership in business innovation and strategy drove significant portfolio and R&D transformations, business unit turnarounds, innovation centers, and strategic partnerships. Mary’s extensive experience navigating complex, multicultural environments equips her with a unique ability to drive transformative change in the boardroom.
Mary has held senior leadership roles at major global corporations, including Alcatel-Lucent (now Nokia), Royal Philips Electronics, and Flextronics. She consistently delivered impactful results throughout her career, including operational improvements, new revenue streams, and expansion into new markets. With direct P&L responsibility for business units, territories, and customer accounts, her leadership has driven sustainable growth and profitability, even during uncertain economic times.
Known for her exceptional leadership, creative problem-solving skills, and sharp business acumen, Mary is a trusted advisor in both executive and board settings. Her commitment to board effectiveness and empowerment is reflected in her leadership of training programs and her role as a mentor.
Mary has held various professional and industry directorships throughout her career. She is on the Board of OnBoard Inc. and was on the Board of the INSEAD International Directors Network, where she serves as their Americas Ambassador, continuing to influence the global governance landscape.
An Italian-American born in Peru, Mary holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, an MBA in International Business, and certifications in Corporate Governance, ESG, Climate Change, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She resides in Boca Raton with her husband.
