Adrián Ochoa

Adrián Ochoa was born in San Francisco, California, on March 7, 1954, but was primarily raised in Mexico. He married Nancy Villarreal in May 1987. They are the parents of five children.

He was educated primarily in Mexico. He graduated in science communication from the Regiomontana University in Monterrey, Mexico, and obtained a diploma in business administration from the Monterrey Technical College (ITESM).

He has held many Church callings over the years, including stake president and area director of public affairs. As an Area Seventy, he served for five years as a counselor in the Mexico North Area Presidency. He also served as a mission president.

At the time of his call, Elder Adrián Ochoa had been serving as Second Counselor in the Young Men General Presidency. He has served as President of the Central America Area and as First Counselor in the North America Southwest Area Presidency. He is currently serving at Church headquarters as a Priesthood Adviser for Welfare and Self-Reliance Services and as a member of the JustServe Steering Committee.

He had a successful career in advertising, mostly helping international companies consolidate their brands and improve their market share. He was involved in the film and video industry and digital advertising as well.