OVI'S SHORT BIO

Ovidilio Vásquez is a National Leadership Keynote Speaker, Author, and Social Entrepreneur whose work inspires visionary leaders across industries, empowers educators, and develops youth. Recognized as a changemaker by Real-Leaders magazine, where his message was featured alongside thought leaders Tony Robbins and Simon Sinek, Ovi’s global impact spans Fortune 500 companies and educational institutions. His programs drive teams to embrace change, foster innovation, and approach problem-solving with creativity through daily impact-driven actions.

Ovi has worked for Apple, Tesla, Salesforce, and Uber, and he launched a mobile app that has unlocked $5+ million in scholarships for underprivileged students. As a TEDx Speaker and bestselling author of six books, Ovi is known for his insights on self-leadership, resilience, and optimism. His signature messages, “Lead With Grit, Grow to Greatness” and “Called to Contribute,” inspire professionals to work collaboratively in harmony, on purpose for a purpose.

Ovi’s incredible journey exemplifies the power of perseverance and growth. Despite beginning as a child farmworker, being fatherless, lacking family support, and being labeled 'at-risk,' he learned English in two years, graduated from high school in three—while working graveyard shifts—and earned a B.A. in Management in just two. As a bilingual and biliterate father of three, he brings a fresh culturally attuned perspective that resonates deeply with forward-thinking organizations.

With a long-term vision through his Laptops of Hope initiative, Ovi aims to promote social equity by providing computers to schools in underserved villages worldwide. When not speaking or consulting, he enjoys dancing to Latin music with his kids.