Carlitos Paez

Survivor of the plain crash in the Andes. Expert in improvement.

Spanish

Travels from

Uruguay

Montevideo

What are the Expert’s Topics?

Topics

Specific topics

advertising

Change management

internet marketing

teamwork

transformation

About the Expert

Who Is Carlitos Páez?

Carlitos Páez is one of the survivors of the famous 1972 Andes plane crash, a life-altering experience he has shared in his autobiographical books, such as “Desde la cordillera del alma,” and which was portrayed in the film “Alive.” At 18, he was traveling with his rugby team, the Old Christians, from Montevideo to Santiago, Chile, when their plane crashed in the Andes mountains. Against all odds, Páez and 15 others survived, finally being rescued 72 days later. Today, Carlitos is an internationally renowned speaker who inspires audiences worldwide with lessons on resilience, teamwork, and leadership drawn from this powerful story of human endurance in the face of unimaginable adversity.

What is his Background?

After working for a decade as an agricultural technician, Carlitos Páez made a career shift, entering the advertising industry as a creative with Nivel/Publicis and later founding his own agency, Rating Publicidad. He went on to lead Bates Uruguay Publicidad and now heads his own consulting firm in communication and public relations. Since 2002, Páez has dedicated much of his time to his career as a speaker, where he draws on his extraordinary survival story to discuss the importance of attitude, teamwork, and leadership. His story has inspired thousands, making him a symbol of resilience and an advocate for positivity and hope in various professional fields.

Speaker’s Conferences

What Are His Conferences Like?

Carlitos Páez uses his impactful survival experience in the Andes to share invaluable lessons on teamwork, leadership, and decision-making in crisis situations. His conferences are both inspiring and profoundly positive, demonstrating how it is possible to maintain optimism even in extreme circumstances. During the 72 days he survived in the mountains, Páez found positive aspects that helped him cope with fear and uncertainty. His message is centered on living with passion, overcoming frustration, and adapting to change. His ability to emotionally connect with the audience and his energetic, positive approach leave a lasting impression on those who attend his talks.

Selection of Conferences

Attitude, Attitude, Attitude

In this conference, Carlitos Páez delves into the importance of attitude as a fundamental tool to face adversity. Through his story of survival in the Andes, he explores topics like personal growth, adaptability, and the power of optimism. His message emphasizes that while we cannot always control our circumstances, we can choose the attitude with which we face challenges.

Survival and Teamwork in Difficult Times

This talk focuses on the human capacity to overcome extreme situations through teamwork and collaboration. Carlitos recounts how the Andes survivors organized to ensure their survival, highlighting the importance of communication, shared leadership, and mutual trust to achieve common goals.

Leadership in Times of Crisis

Carlitos Páez shows how crisis moments provide an opportunity to develop real leadership. Drawing from his experience, he shares insights on decision-making in uncertain situations and the importance of acting responsibly, emphasizing how resilience and self-control are essential for any leader in challenging times.

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If you’re looking for an inspiring and powerful talk on attitude, teamwork, and leadership, you can book Carlitos Páez through Thinking Heads. As one of the protagonists of the most impactful survival story of the 20th century, Carlitos offers a unique perspective on facing adversity with optimism and courage. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.

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