Leo Piccioli
Author and speaker, recognized for his clear and motivational style. He inspires to rethink leadership and work from authenticity, showing that change begins with confidence and the courage to dare.
Biography / Speaker Info
Leo Piccioli is a renowned Argentine economist, entrepreneur, author and speaker, expert in disruptive leadership, digital transformation and change management. His trajectory is a clear example of a career that took him from top corporate management to become an opinion leader and a reference in the philosophy of "being your own CEO". With an honest and approachable communication style, Piccioli has positioned 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 Cum Laude degree in Economics from the University of Buenos Aires. After helping to sell the family business, in 1998 he joined Officenet, an Argentine entrepreneurial project that became a case study at Harvard and other universities. At Officenet, which was later acquired by Staples, Inc, Piccioli led a constant reinvention. He assumed the role of vice president of Staples for Latin America, leading more than 500 people in Argentina and Brazil for almost two decades, a period of great learning in leadership and crisis management.
In 2016, after a process of reflection, he made the bold decision to leave his corporate position to dedicate himself to sharing his learnings. This turnaround led him to be recognized with the 2016 ADE Manager of the Year award. Thereafter, he focused on personal development and mentoring. He is a bestselling author of books such as I Am Solo and Now You Can Leave... Or Not, works that offer an honest look at leadership, happiness and adapting to technological change.
As an international speaker, Piccioli has delivered more than 500 conferences and TED Talks, inspiring audiences on multiple continents. His message focuses 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 humane vision of leadership and his valuable contribution to creating a more conscious and future-ready society of work, transforming his name into a valuable brand.
