Alberto Padilla

Who Is Alberto Padilla?

Alberto Padilla is one of the most influential and recognized economic and financial journalists in the Spanish-speaking world. With a career spanning nearly three decades, he has been a key figure on Latin American television, anchoring and presenting crucial programs on economics and finance. His ability to interview top business and political leaders, such as Bill Gates, Larry Ellison, and Donald Trump, has established him as a trusted figure in deciphering complex economic issues. He is also a regular columnist for Latin America’s most prestigious media outlets and an international speaker at forums like the World Economic Forum.

What is his Background?

Alberto Padilla’s career focuses on economic and financial communication, with extensive experience in both broadcast and print media. For over 20 years, he worked at CNN en Español, where he hosted programs such as “Economía y Finanzas” and “Dinero.” Throughout his career, he has interviewed leaders from the world’s largest companies and presidents of nearly all Latin American countries.
He has been invited to moderate panels at top economic events such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum and the Annual Assembly of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). He is also the author of El Continente Dormido, where he examines Latin America’s economic and social outlook. Currently, he runs the show @Alas5-ConAlbertoPadilla, continuing his in-depth analysis of economic and political issues.