OVI VASQUEZ

Ovidilio Vasquez is a riveting dynamo who transforms adversity into advantage, igniting leaders to rise, serve, and thrive with purpose. A National Inspirational Leadership Keynote Speaker, bestselling author, and Social Entrepreneur, he is sought after for helping develop values-driven leaders and inspiring teams to peak performance.

Featured as a changemaker and top executive coach by Real-Leaders global magazine alongside Tony Robbins and Simon Sinek, Vásquez has spoken to Fortune 500 companies and leading educational institutions. His path—from being a child farmworker in rural Guatemala, living alone in the U.S. as a teenager, yet graduating from high school in 3 years while working graveyard shifts, earning a B.A. in Business in two years, to working for Apple, Tesla, Salesforce, and Uber—reflects his deep resilience and unmatched drive.

A TEDx speaker and author of six books, he launched a mobile app serving as a hub for $5 million in scholarships for underserved students. His inspirational talks blend research-backed strategies with lived experience. He holds certifications from Harvard Medical School and UCSF in mental health and mindfulness.

Now a bilingual father of three, Ovi brings a fresh and culturally-attuned perspective to every stage, with signature messages such as "Leadership is a way of living," "Lead With Grit, Grow to Greatness," and "Called to Contribute." Through his Laptops of Hope initiative, he promotes digital equity in underserved villages worldwide.

When he’s not speaking or consulting, he enjoys volunteering in his kids’ classrooms, grounded in the belief that transformational leadership is forged through resilience, service, and values-driven purpose.

INSPIRATIONAL LEADERSHIP KEYNOTE SPEAKER

OVI VASQUEZ

Keynote Speaker short bio

Ovi Vásquez is a National Leadership Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker, and author of six books, including a #1 Amazon Bestseller.

Born a child farmworker in Guatemala, he learned English in two years, graduated high school in three, and college in two—while working graveyard shifts.

He’s worked for Apple, Tesla, Salesforce, and Uber, and created a mobile app unlocking over $5 million in scholarships for underserved students.

Named a changemaker by Real-Leaders magazine, Ovi inspires Fortune 500 teams and schools nationwide.

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Keynote Speaker tailored topics

Transform Adversity into Advantage
Leadership is a Way of Living
Lead With Grit, Grow to Greatness
Called to Contribute: Purpose-Driven Leadership
Values-Driven Leadership
Resilience & Mental Toughness
Self-Leadership: Leading Yourself First
Peak Performance for Teams
The Immigrant Advantage
First-Generation Success
From Farmworker to Fortune 500
Accelerated Achievement & Goal Setting
The Power of Hustle: Work Ethic That Wins
Mindset & Mindfulness for Leaders
Servant Leadership & Social Impact
Building a Legacy That Matters
Grit, Growth & Greatness
Bilingual Leadership & Cultural Intelligence
Youth Empowerment & Student Success
Digital Equity & Access to Opportunity
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Mental Health & Well-Being for High Performers
The Three Rs Leadership Framework

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Corporate & Professional Events

Fortune 500 Leadership Summits

Company Conferences & Annual Meetings

Executive Retreats

Sales Kickoffs

Team Building & Peak Performance Events

Employee Resource Group (ERG) Events

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs

Management & Leadership Development

All-Hands & Town Hall Meetings

New Manager Training Programs

Tech Industry Events

Tech Company Conferences

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Summits

Startup & Founder Events

Tech Leadership Programs

Silicon Valley Networking Events

Education & Student Events

School Assemblies (Middle & High School)

First-Generation Student Conferences

College & University Convocations

New Student Orientation

Graduation Ceremonies

Student Leadership Conferences

College Retention Programs

TRIO & Upward Bound Programs

AVID Programs

Career Day Events

Youth & Empowerment Events

Youth Leadership Summits

Scholarship Award Ceremonies

Mentorship Program Kickoffs

Boys & Young Men of Color Initiatives

College Access Programs

Cultural & Heritage Celebrations

Hispanic Heritage Month

Latino Leadership Summits

Immigrant Heritage Events

Central American Heritage Programs

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Educator & Staff Events

Teacher Convocations

Faculty & Staff Professional Development

Administrator Leadership Training

Counselor Conferences

Back-to-School Kickoffs

Nonprofit & Community Events

Nonprofit Galas & Fundraisers

Community Leadership Events

Social Impact Conferences

Workforce Development Programs

Digital Equity Initiatives

Faith-Based Events

Church Leadership Programs

Men's Ministry Events

Faith & Leadership Conferences

Youth Ministry Gatherings

Mental Health & Wellness Events

Wellness Conferences

Mental Health Awareness Programs

Mindfulness & Well-Being Summits

Employee Wellness Initiatives

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Testimonials

Ovi has successfully developed leaders in education and in corporate.

“This was beyond what we expected. Our audience was over 2000 people. Ovi connected with everyone through an immersive journey that was relevant, relatable, and had tangible takeaways.

We're super happy with the recommendation. You guys truly know how to make an impact. I highly recommend Ovi for anyone who has an upcoming conference.”

Michael Rodriguez

Executive Director of Dual Language Education of New Mexico (DLeNM)

“Wow! Ovi is a light. We wanted something special. He was able to move a crowd of over 2500 professionals early in the morning. He is dynamic. We were dancing. We were crying. It was a remarkable experience.

Ovi is a true professional who not only delivers hope but also real insights. I recommend it to educational conferences as well as corporate. He is a true leader, and we're super happy with the results."

Kevin Chavez

Executive Director of ATDLE, The Association of Two-Way & Dual Language Education

“We had a great program this morning. We had Ovi deliver a remarkable speech. It was engaging and invigorating. We hosted almost 3000 people in the audience. They were inspired. They were moved. The reaction was phenomenal.

I appreciate the story, the resources, and how he delivers with energy. He did a tremendous job. We are very fortunate and happy to have him with us. Thank you!”

Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr.

Co-founder & President of USHLI, United States Hispanic Leadership Institute

“I reached out to Ovi because his leadership values align with our organization. His keynote in our 99th-year anniversary was captivating to our executives and managers. He also connected with everyone on a personal level afterward; he went above and beyond.

I recommend him to anyone who values leadership because he is the message he shares. Very authentic approach with the audience. Our team was able to relate to him. We are grateful for the personalized approach. We'll be happy to have him back."

Douglas York

CEO of EWING Outdoor Suppy

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