Adrienne Valencia Garcia Joins Somos, Inc. as New Vice President and Deputy General Counsel

Adrienne Valencia Garcia Appointed Vice President at Somos, Inc.

East Brunswick, N.J., Nov. 20, 2025 – Somos, Inc., a recognized leader in telecom registry management and data solutions, has announced the appointment of Adrienne Valencia Garcia as Vice President and Deputy General Counsel for Corporate and Legal Affairs. This strategic move is set to enhance Somos' governance structure and foster greater legal support across its commercial initiatives.

Adrienne Garcia brings over 20 years of invaluable experience from various global technology firms, where she adeptly navigated complex legal and regulatory terrains. Known for her leadership in high-growth environments, she possesses extensive expertise in commercial transactions, data privacy issues, and risk management strategies. Her role at Somos will include overseeing essential aspects of corporate legal affairs, ensuring the company's compliance aligns with its broader strategic objectives, and guiding enterprise risk management programs.

Prior to joining Somos, Garcia served as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Cengage Group. During her tenure there, she led a team that provided legal advice on international commercial transactions, product launches, and data protection strategies. One of her notable contributions was shaping Cengage's policies concerning the use of generative AI and cloud transactions. Garcia's innovative approach has consistently positioned her at the forefront of legal practices in rapidly evolving technological landscapes.

Before her impactful stint at Cengage, Garcia dedicated over 15 years to IBM, where she became the first Global Division General Counsel for IBM's Blockchain business unit. This pioneering role placed her at the nexus of legal innovation, where she significantly contributed to the expansion of IBM's blockchain initiatives, managing over 500 projects and collaborating with more than 1,000 global clients in sectors such as healthcare and logistics.

Daniele Levy, SVP and Chief Legal Trust Officer at Somos, emphasized the significance of this appointment, stating, "Adrienne's proficiency in emerging technologies and her history of developing legal frameworks for innovation are vital to our mission at Somos. Her values of collaboration and integrity resonate with our commitment to fostering trust in the communications industry."

Garcia is also recognized as a thought leader in areas concerning blockchain law, cybersecurity, and promoting diversity in technology. She has advocated for greater representation in the field of emerging technologies and co-founded the New York City chapter of Diversity in Blockchain. Her efforts have earned her accolades from multiple organizations dedicated to advocacy and impact in these areas.

Expressing her enthusiasm about joining Somos, Garcia remarked, "I am thrilled to be part of Somos at such a pivotal moment in its development. The company's dedication to trust, innovation, and security in communications mirrors my own professional values, and I am eager to contribute to its ongoing success."

About Somos, Inc.

As the digital landscape becomes increasingly interconnected, Somos stands as a beacon of trust, enabling seamless communication for brands, consumers, and communities. Somos is a prominent source of services related to phone number management, data routing, and identity verification within the telecommunications domain. Serving as the administrator for North America's Numbering Plan (NANPA), Toll-Free Numbering (TFNA), and the Reassigned Numbers Database (RND), Somos supports over 1,400 service providers and manages more than 7 billion phone numbers.

In addition, XConnect, a subsidiary of Somos, broadens the company's global reach with a diverse range of intelligent phone number solutions designed for the global voice and messaging ecosystem. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of services and adopting a collaborative approach, Somos reinforces its commitment to ensuring confidence in an increasingly digital environment.

For more information about Somos and its offerings, please visit www.somos.com.