JoseConnect.com
Your CONNECTION between
Professional Success & Personal Fulfillment
JoseConnect.com
Your CONNECTION between
Professional Success & Personal Fulfillment
Meet Jose Pereira
Jose Pereira, a renowned author, coach, speaker, and survivor, is dedicated to helping you connect the dots between where you are now and where you aspire to be—in your professional and personal life.
As someone who has faced unimaginable challenges and emerged stronger, Jose offers a unique perspective that combines leadership wisdom, resilience, and compassion. Whether you are a C-suite executive, an entrepreneur, or someone seeking purpose-driven guidance, working with Jose in any of his four key roles—author, coach, speaker, or survivor—will empower you to define and achieve professional success without losing sight of your personal fulfillment.
Jose Pereira's signature talks draw deeply from his personal journey as a CEO at Citgo Petroleum, his survival as an international hostage and member of the Citgo6, and his remarkable resilience in turning 1,775 days in captivity into a catalyst for unlocking the secrets of adaptability, determination, and unbreakable purpose-driven leadership. He shares these transformative lessons, offering powerful insights that resonate with audiences from all walks of life. By sharing his story of overcoming immense adversity, Jose inspires listeners to tap into their inner strength and take bold action toward achieving their own personal and professional goals. His message empowers individuals to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and transformation.
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Author
From Hero to Villian; My True Story of the Citgo6
In his powerful book, From Hero to Villain: My True Story of the Citgo6, Jose shares deeply personal insights from his five years as a hostage. The story tells how, with the help of his courageous wife, they smuggled over 1,000 secret letters to each other over three years, maintaining their hope and connection through a secret code—a poignant and desperate act reminiscent of Anne Frank’s diary.
Jose's story is one of peril and perseverance, where love and faith triumphed over despair, inspiring you to find strength in your own challenges and thrive despite adversity through his survival, resilience, and transformation. Purchase your copy now.
Coach
For C-Suite Executives, Jose’s bespoke coaching program, *Executive Resilience: A Balanced Leadership Approach*, offers a comprehensive roadmap to balancing the high-stakes demands of leadership with personal well-being. As a former CEO, Jose intimately understands the pressures that come with leading at the highest level—pressures that are often kept hidden or unspoken. The weight of responsibility, the isolation, and the constant drive for performance can take a toll on both mental and emotional health. Jose speaks directly to these unspoken challenges, providing a safe, confidential space where executives can explore the burdens they carry and find actionable solutions to regain balance and resilience. His unique perspective allows him to connect on a deep level with executives, helping them not only excel professionally but also thrive personally, all while maintaining their leadership edge.
For Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders, Jose offers tailored coaching designed to unlock leadership potential, strengthen resilience, and elevate strategic decision-making. His approach helps you find the balance between driving business growth and maintaining personal well-being. The advantage is a clear path to achieving your goals with enhanced focus and resilience. Schedule a one-one-one with Jose! JoseConnectOnline.com
Speaker
Jose is more than just his story as an international hostage—he is an inspiring and motivating speaker whose signature talks resonate with C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and business leaders alike. His talks are not only powerful personal narratives but also serve as vital historical lessons on global politics, leadership, and the unbreakable human spirit.
Jose's Signature Talks offer:
- Resilience & Mental Strength
- Leadership & Purpose-Driven Leadership
- Adaptability & Strategic Thinking
- Faith & Hope
- Courage & Determination
- Balance & Empathy
- Overcoming Adversity & Transformation
Perfect for audiences such as:
- C-Suite Executives and corporate leadership teams
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Academic institutions, including history departments and leadership programs
- History museums and organizations focused on historical events
- Community groups interested in real-life experiences and personal triumph
- Leadership and resilience seminars and conferences
Survivor: Faith in Leadership
Survivor: Connect with Resilience, Faith, and Leadership
At the heart of Jose's journey lies an unwavering faith in God, which has guided him through every challenge as a C-suite executive, international hostage, husband, and father. His story is one of resilience, love, and the rediscovery of an unbreakable spirit—fueled by his belief in Christ. Through the darkest moments of captivity, Jose's faith became his foundation, allowing him to find the strength to endure. Today, he shares that powerful determination through his coaching and signature talks, helping others tap into their inner force and divine purpose to overcome life's greatest obstacles. Let Jose inspire you to connect with your faith and unlock the resilience needed to thrive in both your personal and professional life.
A Place in History
Jose's story stands as a significant chapter in American history, offering crucial lessons on the harsh reality of hostage diplomacy and the use of individuals as political pawns. For nearly five years, Jose and his colleagues were held as interntaional hostages, enduring both physical and mental torment while being exploited in a high-stakes game of international politics. His experience provides rare and invaluable insights into the complex world of international negotiations and the profound human cost of political manipulation. Jose’s journey highlights the resilience needed to survive such crises, while also shedding light on the broader implications of how nations wield power in diplomatic standoffs. His inspiring talk,"From Captivity to Freedom: My Story of the Citgo6," is not just a personal triumph; it’s a vital historical lesson that reveals the intersection of global politics, human endurance, and the fragile nature of freedom.
Media and Appearances
Explore the compelling journey of Jose Pereira through an array of media that brings his story to life. See, hear, and feel his experience as he recounts his time as an international hostage and shares invaluable insights on achieving professional success and personal fulfillment. Discover Jose's one sheet, powerful images, and extensive media coverage of his ordeal, and access his dynamic speaking engagements and coaching expertise. Dive into the materials to connect with his story and learn how resilience, leadership, and purpose can transform your life.