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Ricardo Cabete
Transform workplace culture with Ricardo Cabete, speaker specializing in emotional intelligence and leadership communication. Ricardo works with Fortune 500 companies to boost employee engagement and build high-performing teams, delivering dynamic keynotes across 23 countries for Amazon, Shell, and HSBC.
Ricardo Cabete is a leading expert in emotional intelligence, helping Fortune 500 companies drive employee engagement through practical strategies that build real connection between leaders and teams. In a world increasingly shaped by AI, Ricardo champions the human side of leadership, showing organisations how emotional intelligence fuels stronger culture and better results.
A sought-after keynote speaker, Ricardo has delivered talks in 23 countries across four continents for global brands including Amazon, Shell, PwC, Novartis and HSBC. His academic background in Emotional Intelligence and Mental Health, combined with international certifications in employee engagement, gives him the credibility and insight to tackle today’s biggest workplace challenges.
Ricardo specialises in teaching leaders how to communicate with impact—turning everyday conversations into moments that spark trust, motivation and performance. His approach is rooted in science but delivered with energy, shaped by his 17 years as a rock band lead singer. The result is a dynamic, engaging experience that makes complex ideas simple and immediately actionable.
Audiences leave his sessions equipped with clear communication tools, a stronger understanding of what drives people at work, and a framework for building high-performing, emotionally intelligent teams. His blend of research-based insights and bold delivery leaves a lasting impact long after the event ends.
Book Ricardo to energise your team and bring emotional intelligence to life, with a keynote that’s tailored to your audience and designed to deliver real business results.
Topics, sessions and talks
Ricardo tailors his keynote speeches to fit the unique needs of each audience, ensuring maximum relevance and impact. Whether it's leadership, engagement, or emotional intelligence, he crafts an experience that resonates with your event’s theme.
In an engaging keynote, Ricardo Cabete brings Emotional Intelligence to life through a debate with "Sara," an AI avatar. This immersive experience highlights that the future of work is rooted in collaboration rather than competition. Ideal for corporate events, Ricardo's talk blends humour with depth, providing attendees with fresh insights into the evolving workplace. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to cultivate effective partnerships between humans and technology, enhancing their professional environments.
In his keynote, Ricardo Cabete addresses the alarming statistic from Gallup that 77% of workers are disengaged. He explores the "Crime of Disengagement" and provides actionable strategies to effectively engage teams for success. Attendees will investigate the "crime scene," uncovering essential tools to motivate and connect with every team member. This engaging presentation is customised to meet organisational needs, ensuring participants leave with practical insights they can implement right away.
Ricardo Cabete emphasises that better leaders foster stronger teams and enhance performance through Emotionally Intelligent Leadership. He highlights the importance of cultivating emotions that drive success and teaches participants how to generate the right feelings within their teams. Attendees will engage in practical exercises focusing on assertive communication, collaboration, accountability, vulnerability, and connection. By shifting away from control and command, they will learn to build trust and inspire their teams, ultimately boosting results.
In his keynote, Ricardo Cabete highlights the necessity for organisations to adapt swiftly in a fast-paced environment. He argues that merely transforming structures isn't enough; altering people's behaviour is vital. Cabete provides practical strategies to sustain motivation and engagement during transitions. Attendees will discover how to cultivate essential skills like adaptability, flexibility, and focus, equipping them to navigate change effectively. Prepare to confront challenges with resilience, akin to a buffalo enduring a storm.
Ricardo Cabete transforms Fortune 500 workplace dynamics by teaching leaders practical emotional intelligence techniques that create authentic connections, boost engagement, and drive measurable business results. Book this internationally acclaimed speaker to equip your team with science-backed strategies that improve retention, productivity, and profitability while benefiting from his unique blend of corporate expertise and dynamic rock-band-frontman energy.
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frequently asked questions
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To book Ricardo Cabete, email ricardo.cabete@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Ricardo's availability and speaking fee. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and about your audience.
Ricardo Cabete structures his keynote on emotional intelligence as a live debate with Sara, an AI avatar, to demonstrate the contrast between human and artificial intelligence in workplace collaboration.
Ricardo Cabete speaks on emotional intelligence in the workplace, human-AI collaboration, and team engagement and disengagement. He has delivered keynotes across 23 countries for clients including Amazon, Shell, PwC, Novartis and HSBC, backed by academic qualifications in emotional intelligence and mental health alongside international certifications in employee engagement.
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