Economist, Journalist & Public Policy Expert; CEO at Mexican Institute for Competitiveness; Former Editorial Director at Reforma; Author of "You & Your Vote Build Democracy"

Mexico
Live Event: Please Contact Virtual Event: Please Contact More Fee Info

Juan Pardinas Biography

Juan E. Pardinas is a Mexican economist, journalist, and public intellectual whose work focuses on economic policy, governance, and development in Latin America. Pardinas challenges prevailing narratives about Mexico and Latin America, emphasizing the region's stable political environment and potential for innovation through effective regulation and investment. He advocates for increased prosperity in Mexico and Latin America by addressing conventional wisdom and investor perceptions.

Pardinas serves as an economics author and CEO of the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO), a think tank dedicated to fostering a favorable business and investment climate in Mexico. At IMCO, he has overseen more than 250 projects in public policy, including urban planning, energy, budget transparency, and public procurement. He played a key role in the development of "Ley 3de3," a legislative initiative requiring public officials to disclose their assets, interests, and tax declarations. Pardinas also contributed as a civil society member of the Open Government Partnership Steering Committee.

Pardinas later became the general editorial director of Reforma, a leading newspaper in Mexico. He has written op-ed columns for Reforma and served as a correspondent for CNN en Español in India and Japan, covering elections in Japan, the Philippines, India, the United States, Chile, and Guatemala. His articles have appeared in publications such as Harvard Review of Latin America, Nexos, and Letras Libres.

His published works include "You and Your Vote Build Democracy" and "Taxes: A Necessary Evil." Pardinas has spoken on global platforms, including TEDGlobal, where he discussed Latin America's capacity for change and innovation.

Pardinas holds a doctorate in public policy from the London School of Economics, a master's degree in economics from the University of Sophia in Tokyo, and a bachelor's degree in political science from UNAM. He completed a course in artificial intelligence applied to business at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Earlier in his career, he worked as a researcher at the Development Research Center (CIDAC) and taught at UNAM, ITAM, and the London School of Economics. Pardinas' multidisciplinary experience spans academia, journalism, think tank leadership, and international media, providing insight into economic development, public policy, and Latin American affairs.

BOOK Juan Pardinas

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/13/2026.

Juan Pardinas Videos

Juan Pardinas on the 2012 Mexican Presidential Elections - YouTube

Juan Pardinas on the 2012 Mexican Presidential Elections - YouTube

Prof. Harley Shaiken of the Center for Latin American Studies at the University of California, Berkeley interviews Juan Pardinas for his reactions to...

  • How do I book Juan Pardinas to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Juan Pardinas for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Juan Pardinas, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Juan Pardinas or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Juan Pardinas

    Speaking fees for Juan Pardinas, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Juan Pardinas are available upon request for live events and available upon request for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Juan Pardinas, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Juan Pardinas speak about?

    Juan Pardinas is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business Leadership, Creativity, Democracy, Disruptive Thinking, Economy, Government, Innovation, Journalist, TED, Thought Leadership
  • Where does Juan Pardinas travel from?

    Juan Pardinas generally travels from Mexico, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Juan Pardinas’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Juan Pardinas for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Juan Pardinas for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Juan Pardinas or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Juan Pardinas is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Juan Pardinas for your event is available upon request. Juan Pardinas generally travels from Mexico and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Walsh, Anil Gupta, Peter Diamandis, Andrew McAfee and Joe Pine. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Juan Pardinas for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Tell us about your event!

During normal business hours, we respond to most inquiries within 4 hours.
Please Select Event Budget
Please enter your message
Please Enter Your Name
Please Enter Your Email
  • Customized Service

    Our agents find the right fit for your event

  • Unparalleled Database

    Full access to all speakers & celebrities

  • One Stop Shopping

    A reliable and unbiased point of contact

  • Logistics Management

    Your personal Logistics Manager who takes care of all event details

This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

TOP