José Salibi Neto is an entrepreneur, thought leader, philanthropist, athlete, international speaker, and best-selling author with an exemplary career spanning over three decades. As the co-founder of HSM, a leading executive education firm in Brazil, José has had the privilege of collaborating with business thought giants like Philip Kotler, Tom Peters, Jim Collins, and Ram Charan, and sharing stages and events with world leaders such as Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, and Al Gore. His journey as an international speaker is marked by presentations at prestigious universities and global forums.
José's academic journey in the United States includes studies at Florida State University (1979-1980) and the University of South Carolina (1980-1982), where he completed his Pro Bachelor, followed by an MBA (1984-1986) from the University of South Carolina in 2010. In his youth, he excelled as a tennis player, both in Brazil and internationally.
As an author, his best-selling books reflect his deep knowledge in management and business. As a philanthropist, he is committed to impactful social initiatives. Under his leadership, HSM has significantly expanded, reaching markets in North America, Europe, and South America, and evolving into a TV channel and a management magazine, solidifying its position as a leading business and leadership content platform. This combination of experiences and accomplishments across various fields, along with his solid academic background, cements José Salibi Neto's position as an influential and respected figure in the global business and leadership landscape.
His accolades include the 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. In 1986, he received the Program Service Award during his Master in International Business Studies Program at the University of South Carolina. In 2021, the number 1 court of the University of South Carolina's tennis team was named 'Court José Salibi Neto' in recognition of his contributions.
As CEO of JSN Palestras, I have been at the forefront as a speaker at numerous events throughout Brazil and internationally. My approach is characterized by engagement and depth, aimed at helping companies and professionals achieve their maximum potential. My lectures are focused on empowering individuals and organizations to make strategic and innovative decisions, which are essential for advancing their businesses and careers.
In addition to my role as a speaker, I am recognized as an author of several influential books in the field of management and leadership. These publications have become key resources for professionals looking to explore topics such as disruptive leadership, management in uncertain times, adaptive strategies, and business innovation.
My notable works include:
These books reflect my commitment to innovation and excellence in management, reinforcing my position as a thought leader and influencer in the global business landscape.
- Co-led the founding of HSM Group in Brazil in 1987 amid the country's economic crisis, establishing the company as a leader in the management seminar market without starting capital.
- Developed and sold the sponsorship for HSM Group's first seminar for $10,000, establishing a significant initial partnership with Ronald Winston, former CEO of Harry Winston.
- Drove HSM to become the benchmark for management seminars in Brazil, recognized in publications by renowned authors such as Tom Peters, Philip Kotler, and Stan Rapp, and receiving accolades from Peter Drucker for excellence in the sector.
- Expanded HSM operations to South America in collaboration with partners from Argentina, organizing high-impact management seminars and launching Gestión/HSM Management magazine, the leading management publication in Latin America.
- Launched ExpoManagement, considered the world's largest management conference and exposition, held annually in countries including Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Spain.
- Directed the company's internationalization in 2000, establishing offices in key global cities including Mexico City, New York, Madrid, and Milan.
- Orchestrated the launch of the World Business Forum in New York in 2003, creating the country's largest management meeting with international participants from more than 50 nations, later expanding to Italy.
- Contributed to the positioning of HSM's World Business Forum as #2 Best Global Forum and #1 Best New Forum, according to a global survey of CEOs by Burson Marsteller.
- Initiated ManagemenTV in 2008, the world's first 24/7 management television channel, extending the brand's reach and its educational content to millions of viewers across Latin America.
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1. Co-founder of HSM Group: Established the leading management seminar company in Brazil, later expanding its operations internationally to countries like the USA, Argentina, Italy, Spain, and Mexico.
2. Global Entrepreneur and Thought Leader: Recognized for his influential role in shaping modern management concepts and practices.
3. Authorship: Co-authored 9 influential books, including the bestseller "Gestão do Amanhã". His publications have sold over 170,000 copies, with notable works such as "The New Culture Code" and "Disruptive Leadership".
4. Collaborations with Renowned Personalities: Interacted and collaborated with eminent figures in management such as Peter Drucker, Jack Welch, Philip Kotler, Michael Porter, Jim Collins, Tom Peters, and world leaders like Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, Al Gore, and Rudolph Giuliani.
5. Academic Achievements:
- Graduated from Florida State University (1979-1980) and the University of South Carolina (1980-1982).
- Completed MBA in International Business at the University of South Carolina in 1986.
- Master of International Business from the University of South Carolina in 2010.
6. Awards and Recognitions:
- 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina.
- Program Service Award in 1986 during his Master in International Business Studies Program at the University of South Carolina.
- In 2021, the number 1 court of the University of South Carolina's tennis team was named 'Court José Salibi Neto'.
- Elected to one of the 50 chairs of the Brazilian Academy of Marketing in 2021.
- Emeritus Defender of Freedom of Expression, Information, and Communication from the São Paulo Press Association.
7. Sports Achievements: Former professional tennis player, winner of numerous national and international tournaments.
8. Philanthropy: Committed to social actions, contributed resources for dozens of Brazilian athletes to study abroad and involved in building sports facilities in the United States.
9. Expansion of HSM: Under his leadership, HSM grew into a TV channel and a management magazine, becoming a leading business and leadership content platform in North America, Europe, and South America.
10. Management Seminars and Publications: Launched ExpoManagement, the world's largest management conference and exposition, and initiated the Gestión/HSM Management magazine.
11. Innovations in Executive Education: Played a pivotal role in organizing the World Business Forum in major global cities and launching ManagemenTV, the world's first 24/7 management television channel.
12. International Speaker: Established as a leading voice in management in Brazil and worldwide, delivering presentations at prestigious universities and forums.
Certification in "THE INNER GAME FUNDAMENTALS & PRACTICES" with Tim Gallwey and Renato Ricci
Certification in the Stakeholder Centered Coaching Process. OFFICIAL SCC CERTIFICATION - Goldsmith Marshall – STAKEHOLDER CENTERED COACHING.
INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION - ISOR SYSTEM Holos MENTORING & COACH - Course approved by ICF - International Coach Federation
MASTER CERTIFICATE - The Holos Institute of Quality - MASTER Mentoring, Coaching & Holomentoring ISOR®. - Course approved by ICF - International Coach Federation
Supplementary Certification in Activation and Management of Complex Systems for participating in the MASTER Mentoring & Coaching Holo-Systemic ISOR (Holomentoring®)
SINGULARITY UNIVERSITY exponential technologies that address the world's grand challenges and for successfully completing the February 2014 Executive Program in Silicon Valley and at NASA Research Park
- Special Invitation by Ram Charan: Invited by Ram Charan, regarded as one of the world's foremost authorities in management, to co-author a book published in Brazil.
- MBA Program at Unicesumar: The entire MBA curriculum at Unicesumar is based on my co-authored works, primarily the book "Gestão do Amanhã".
- Guest Lecturer at Unicesumar University: Appointed as a guest professor to teach management courses at the University UNICESUMAR.
Certification in "THE INNER GAME FUNDAMENTALS & PRACTICES" with Tim Gallwey and Renato Ricci
Certification in the Stakeholder Centered Coaching Process. OFFICIAL SCC CERTIFICATION - Goldsmith Marshall – STAKEHOLDER CENTERED COACHING.
INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION - ISOR SYSTEM Holos MENTORING & COACH - Course approved by ICF - International Coach Federation
MASTER CERTIFICATE - The Holos Institute of Quality - MASTER Mentoring, Coaching & Holomentoring ISOR®. - Course approved by ICF - International Coach Federation
Supplementary Certification in Activation and Management of Complex Systems for participating in the MASTER Mentoring & Coaching Holo-Systemic ISOR (Holomentoring®)
SINGULARITY UNIVERSITY exponential technologies that address the world's grand challenges and for successfully completing the February 2014 Executive Program in Silicon Valley and at NASA Research Park