Leo Piccioli

Leo Piccioli is a renowned Argentine economist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker, and an expert in disruptive leadership, digital transformation, and change management. His career path is a clear example of a journey that took him from corporate executive leadership to becoming an opinion leader and a leading advocate of the philosophy of “being your own CEO.” With an honest and approachable communication style, Piccioli has established himself as one of the most influential voices in the debate on how people and companies can thrive in the age of artificial intelligence.

His professional career began with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, summa cum laude, from the University of Buenos Aires. After helping to sell the family business, he joined Officenet in 1998, an Argentine startup that became a case study at Harvard and other universities. At Officenet, which was later acquired by Staples, Inc., Piccioli spearheaded a process of constant reinvention. He assumed the role of Vice President of Staples for Latin America, leading more than 500 people in Argentina and Brazil for nearly two decades—a period marked by significant learning in leadership and crisis management.

In 2016, after a period of reflection, he made the bold decision to leave his corporate position to devote himself to sharing what he had learned. This shift led to him being honored with the 2016 ADE Executive of the Year Award. Since then, he has focused on personal development and mentoring. He is the bestselling author of books such as *Soy Solo* and *Ahora te puedes marchar… O no*, works that offer an honest look at leadership, happiness, and adapting to technological change.

As an international speaker, Piccioli has delivered more than 500 lectures and TED Talks, inspiring audiences across multiple continents. His message centers on “passion as the key to not being replaced by a robot” and the need to embrace change. His legacy is measured by his ability to popularize a more human vision of leadership and by his valuable contribution to creating a society that is more aware and prepared for the future of work, transforming his name into a valuable brand.