Who is Felipe Gomez?
“Felipe represents a very unique blend of a thought leader, a humanist, a true artist, a restless doer, persistent and determined. He effectively spreads his view of the world and helps us identify the place we have to improve it.
Felipe is an experienced speaker who conjures an outstanding performance that brings audiences to their feet, grateful for his simple but powerful message that provides frameworks and insights to orchestrate transformational change starting tomorrow.”
Where Business Virtuosity Meets Musical Mastery
15
YEARS SPEAKING
36
COUNTRIES
121
CITIES
1200+
PERFORMANCES
The Virtuoso Philosophy
We call a supremely talented person in the arts and sports a virtuoso. Keynote pianist Felipe Gomez believes the term also applies to business. With an impressive decades-long business history as an entrepreneur and senior executive in multinational firms, combined with a lifelong passion for music, Felipe has discovered something remarkable: the habits of virtuoso musicians hold the key to achieving breakthrough success in business and life.
Since 2011, Felipe has combined his business experience with his passion for music in a full-time speaking career. He has gained worldwide recognition, inspiring audiences on five continents with his dazzling musical interpretation of the traits that define a virtuoso. Charismatically commanding the audience from his grand piano, Felipe's presentations are fun, interactive, and deliver great content in both English and Spanish.
The Journey
Musical Roots
Born in Colombia, Felipe began playing piano at the age of four. He came from a musical family – there was always music in the house. After graduating Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Felipe pursued a career in business, becoming known for his strategic vision and ability to innovate across diverse industries.
Compass Group
At Compass Group, the world's largest food-catering company, Felipe served as Managing Director for the operation in Colombia. He led initiatives that tripled the division's revenue and increased operating profits by 130% through strategic acquisitions and a focus on operational improvements and innovation. He later served as Innovation and International Business Development Director for Latin America.
Farmacity Colombia
Felipe led the launch of Farmacity in Colombia, establishing it rapidly as a dominant force in the pharmacy retail sector by opening 12 stores in just 20 months and positioning the brand as a leader in the market.
Azurian
Co-founded Azurian, a pioneering internet consulting firm in Latin America, guiding its expansion into seven countries and driving its rise as a significant regional consultancy firm.
Allegro Foundation
Beyond his corporate success, Felipe founded Allegro, a non-profit organization that brings therapeutic live music to hospital settings like ICUs, delivery rooms, and cancer treatment areas, combining his love for music with making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Academic Excellence
Felipe holds an MBA from the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Switzerland, where he also completed a program on Leading Digital Business Transformation.
The Mission
Combining his corporate and entrepreneurial experience with his passion for music is Felipe's greatest joy. He has a gift for empowering individuals and organizations to transform their behaviors, embrace risk, learn from failure, and achieve mastery. Through his unique approach, Felipe uses music and business insights to help unleash the individual and collective virtuosity in organizations.
Global Impact
Felipe has spoken at prestigious management and leadership conferences around the world, consistently delivering unforgettable experiences that leave lasting impact.
Published Works
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Attitude-E
2019
A bestseller that introduces a powerful framework for success through an entrepreneurial mindset, anchored in six levers: Envision, Energy, Endurance, Ensemble, Elasticity, and Engagement.
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Bitácora De Una Pandemia En Quince Conversaciones
2020
Published in Spanish, this collection features conversations Felipe had during the pandemic with thought leaders from different fields, capturing insights during an unprecedented time.
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Virtuoso
Coming Soon
Felipe is currently writing his third book, diving deeper into the virtuoso mindset and how it transforms individuals and organizations toward exceptional performance.
Today
Felipe currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his family, where he continues to inspire audiences worldwide, help organizations unlock their virtuosity, and pursue his passion for creating transformational experiences through the unique combination of music and business wisdom.
