Juan Verde

Juan Verde is an internationally renowned strategist, keynote speaker, and global thought leader in sustainable development, economic resilience, and corporate innovation. With over 30 years of experience at the intersection of business, public policy, and environmental leadership, Verde has become a transformative force in advancing inclusive and purpose-driven growth worldwide.

He has served as a trusted advisor to U.S. Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and Joe Biden—most recently on the President’s Export Council—providing strategic guidance on international trade and national competitiveness. His influence spans both the public and private sectors, with executive roles on the boards of companies such as Volcan Compañía Minera, HISPASAT, and the Airbus Foundation. Verde has also advised Fortune 500 firms like Google, Cisco, SAS, American Express, and Banco Santander Investments, consistently helping global organizations align sustainability with profitability.

Currently president of the Advanced Leadership Foundation and chair of Alamo Holding Group, Verde leads organizations that empower corporations and governments to embrace ethical, sustainable strategies as a core driver of long-term financial success. His unique leadership style is marked by a strong focus on impact, demonstrating that environmental sustainability and economic resilience are not competing goals but mutually reinforcing imperatives for global competitiveness.

As a speaker, Verde is known for his compelling keynote presentations that combine geopolitical insight with actionable business frameworks. With a 98 NPS speaker rating, his engagements inspire CEOs, policymakers, and future leaders to navigate volatility, build resilience, and lead through sustainability. He has spoken at the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Harvard Kennedy School, and major corporate stages across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Verde holds a master’s in public policy from Harvard University (HKS) and a bachelor’s in political science and international relations from Boston University. He has received numerous awards in the U.S. and Europe and has been named one of the 100 most influential Hispanic leaders in the fight against climate change.