Borja Castelar
Borja Castelar delivers high-energy keynotes on Power Skills, AI, sales, and leadership that inspire teams to thrive in an evolving digital era.
Why book Borja Castelar for your next event
- Borja blends AI, technology, and humanity to help teams turn disruption into practical, future-ready opportunities.
- His experience as a former LinkedIn Director brings rare inside knowledge of talent, leadership, and digital performance.
- With 700+ conferences delivered globally, he inspires audiences with clear strategies and high-energy storytelling.
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Expert on Power Skills, AI, leadership, and the human side of digital transformation.
Borja Castelar is a sought-after keynote speaker across Latin America and Europe, recognized for his dynamic talks on Power Skills, Artificial Intelligence, sales, and leadership. With a background as Director at LinkedIn leading Talent Solutions in two continents, he brings deep insight into how people and technology shape the future of work. Today, he helps organizations transform disruption into opportunity, empowering teams to master the human skills that drive real impact.
About Borja Castelar
Borja Castelar has earned a strong reputation as one of the most in-demand keynote speakers across Latin America and Europe. His presence on stage is known for energy, clarity, and a sharp understanding of how people and technology evolve together. As organizations face rapid changes fueled by AI and digital acceleration, Borja offers a message that connects deeply with leaders and teams: the future belongs to those who master Power Skills. the human abilities that technology cannot replace.
Before becoming a global speaker, Borja served as Director at LinkedIn, where he led the Talent Solutions division across Latin America and Europe. This experience gave him a unique vantage point into the workforce challenges facing companies worldwide. From digital adoption and leadership transformation to talent development and organizational resilience, Borja brings first-hand knowledge shaped by years of working at the forefront of professional evolution.
Power Skills and the Human Side of AI
Borja’s bestselling book Power Skills (Planeta) has positioned him as a key voice reshaping the conversation around soft skills. Instead of treating communication, empathy, creativity, and adaptability as “nice-to-have,” Borja reframes them as the most essential abilities of the future, the skills that unlock performance in an AI-driven world.
In his keynotes, he explains how the rise of Artificial Intelligence has created a new need for human-centered capabilities. While technology accelerates productivity, it’s Power Skills that enable leaders and teams to navigate complexity, collaborate effectively, and maintain a meaningful competitive edge. Borja shows how organizations can combine both worlds: high-tech solutions supported by high-trust cultures.
A Career Dedicated to Learning and Growth
Borja is also the author of Boost Your Persuasion and Your Future Job, expanding his influence as a guide for professionals seeking clarity in a changing landscape. His LinkedIn Learning courses have reached more than 500,000 students globally, reflecting his ability to break down complex topics into actionable insights. From leadership communication to AI adoption, his teaching style empowers people to learn fast and apply what matters most.
Throughout his career, he has delivered more than 700 conferences in over 20 countries. These events range from large corporate gatherings and leadership retreats to international forums. His global reach reflects a consistent message: the organizations that thrive are those that strengthen human capability alongside digital innovation.
On Stage: Energy, Strategy, and Real Impact
Borja’s speaking style is direct, engaging, and rooted in real-world experience. Audiences often highlight his ability to turn complex ideas into practical strategies that can be implemented immediately. Whether he is speaking about sales performance, the future of work, leadership, or AI, Borja connects with participants through vivid examples, clear frameworks, and a contagious sense of possibility.
His sessions are designed to inspire, but they also provide grounded tools for leaders and teams who want to grow. From strengthening persuasion and communication to understanding the impact of AI on decision-making, Borja ensures that each audience leaves with clarity and confidence.
Global Recognition and What’s Next
In 2025, Borja will be a featured speaker at WOBI (World Business Forum), one of the most respected business events in the world. Being invited to this stage highlights the influence of his work and the growing demand for his perspective on leadership in the age of AI.
Today, Borja continues to work with organizations across industries that want to elevate their people and transform uncertainty into strategic advantage. His mission is clear: to equip leaders and teams with the Power Skills needed to thrive in an era where technology evolves fast, but human potential evolves faster.
Book Borja Castelar for Your Event
Booking Borja Castelar means bringing a speaker who understands both the technological shifts shaping the future and the human abilities required to navigate them. His keynotes spark enthusiasm, guide transformation, and give audiences the mindset needed to lead confidently in a rapidly changing world.
Keynotes
Keynote by Borja Castelar:
The Future of Talent: How to Thrive in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Are your teams struggling to keep up with the speed of AI and shifting talent demands?
Borja Castelar’s keynote The Future of Talent gives organizations the clarity and tools they need to thrive instead of react. With a persuasive, high-energy style, Borja breaks down the four pillars that define the new era of work: Power Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Learning, and Personal Branding.
He shows leaders and teams how to turn AI from a threat into an accelerator of performance, while strengthening the human capabilities that technology cannot replace. The result is a workforce that adapts faster, communicates better, and stands out in an increasingly competitive landscape, a clear advantage for any organization preparing for the future.
Keynote by Borja Castelar:
Power Skills: The Human Advantage in a Digital World
Are your teams overwhelmed by automation and unsure how to stand out in a world dominated by technology?
Borja Castelar’s keynote Power Skills: The Human Advantage in a Digital World delivers the clarity and momentum organizations need. With a persuasive and energizing approach, Borja reveals why communication, persuasion, empathy, and leadership have become the most valuable skills of the digital era and how teams can strengthen them immediately.
He equips audiences with practical tools to elevate collaboration, influence decisions, and create meaningful impact, even as AI transforms the workplace. The result is a workforce with confidence, adaptability, and a human edge that no algorithm can match.
Keynote by Borja Castelar:
Leadership in Times of Change: The Courage to Inspire, Innovate, and Act
Are your leaders struggling to motivate teams and make confident decisions amid constant change?
Borja Castelar’s keynote Leadership in Times of Change: The Courage to Inspire, Innovate, and Act gives organizations a powerful framework to lead with clarity and conviction. Through his concept of Exponential Leadership, Borja shows how courage, empathy, authenticity, and innovation turn uncertainty into momentum.
He equips leaders with actionable tools to communicate with purpose, adapt fast, and create a culture where teams feel energized to contribute and innovate. The outcome is a leadership mindset that strengthens trust, accelerates progress, and drives collective success, even in the most unpredictable moments.
Keynote by Borja Castelar:
Persuasion and Sales in the Age of AI: The New Rules of Influence
Are your sales teams finding it harder to build trust and influence clients in a world where AI automates almost everything?
Borja Castelar’s keynote Persuasion and Sales in the Age of AI: The New Rules of Influence offers a clear and powerful solution. Drawing from his bestselling book Boost Your Persuasion, Borja unveils his C.E.P.A.R.S. method, a practical framework to strengthen connection, elevate credibility, and turn conversations into conversions.
He shows teams how to blend human insight with digital tools, creating persuasive experiences that resonate in an automated marketplace. The result is a sharper, more confident sales force with the ability to stand out, influence decisions, and consistently close more deals.
Keynote by Borja Castelar:
Innovation and Artificial Intelligence: Leading the Human-Tech Revolution
Are your teams overwhelmed by rapid technological change and unsure how to innovate without losing the human touch?
Borja Castelar’s keynote Innovation and Artificial Intelligence: Leading the Human-Tech Revolution offers a compelling roadmap for turning AI into an engine of progress rather than a source of confusion. Borja shows leaders how to harness technology to accelerate results while keeping creativity, empathy, and purpose at the heart of their culture.
With a persuasive and energizing style, he demystifies AI and reveals practical strategies to lead confidently through transformation. The outcome is a workforce that embraces innovation, collaborates with clarity, and drives meaningful impact in a world where human and tech must advance together.
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