Pedro Norton de Matos is a prominent Portuguese CEO with a strong background in business leadership and organizational transformation. His expertise covers team management, motivation, creativity, talent development, communication, and sustainability. He is known for his ability to inspire and lead initiatives that create positive impact, as well as for his role as an event moderator and speaker on topics such as innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility. A graduate in Business Organization and Management from ISCTE with executive training at INSEAD and Wharton, Pedro built his career leading multinational technology and telecom operations before founding his own consultancies.
Throughout his career, Pedro Norton de Matos has achieved remarkable milestones and made significant contributions to the business world, standing out in the promotion of sustainability and corporate citizenship. He has led successful projects that have positively impacted society, earning recognition for his strategic vision and commitment to ethical practices. His innovative approach has made him a reference, motivating others to follow his example and adopt creative solutions to business and social challenges. He served as CEO of Unisys in Portugal, Spain, and later Southern Europe, before leading telecom operator ONI as CEO from 2000 to 2005. In 2006 he founded My Change, and today mentors entrepreneurs as the organizer of Greenfest, Portugal’s leading sustainability festival, and Fórum Expresso XXI.
Pedro Norton de Matos’s conferences are dynamic and enlightening, covering a wide range of topics such as leadership, motivation, creativity, innovation, teamwork, and sustainable development. His interactive style and communication skills foster active audience participation, leaving a lasting impression through thought-provoking ideas and practical recommendations. Drawing on decades at the helm of major technology and telecom companies, he brings a rare blend of corporate rigor and genuine humanist values to conversations about leadership and sustainability.
Explores the importance of purpose-driven leadership and the role of passion in achieving business and personal success, sharing real-world examples and strategies to inspire teams and drive positive impact in society. Pedro draws on his own career reinventions, from telecom CEO to sustainability advocate, to show what purpose-driven leadership looks like in practice.
Analyzes the role of innovation in creating a sustainable future, highlighting the importance of creativity, technology, and collaboration to address global challenges and build a better world for future generations. He shares insights from nearly two decades organizing Greenfest, one of Portugal’s leading platforms for sustainable innovation.
If you are looking for a dynamic and renowned speaker for your next event or conference on leadership, innovation, or sustainability, you can book Pedro Norton de Matos through Thinking Heads. As one of the most prominent figures in business leadership and organizational development, Pedro delivers a dynamic and professional presentation that ensures the best experience for your audience. Contact Thinking Heads today to learn more and secure his participation in your upcoming event or conference.
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