Ricardo Cabete

EQ Expert, Global Speaker and Rock Singer
Ricardo Cobete

SPECIALIST SUBJECTS

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Humanised leadership
  • Engagement
  • Change
  • Motivation
  • Organisational culture
  • Assertive communication

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EQ Expert, Global Speaker and Rock Singer

Ricardo Cabete is an international keynote speaker specialised in Emotional Intelligence and authentic leadership. With an inspiring presence and a deeply human approach, he has motivated teams and leaders in more than 23 countries, collaborating with world-renowned companies such as Amazon, Shell, SAP, and Novartis.

European Champion of Public Speaking with Toastmasters International in 2017, Ricardo stands out for his unconventional journey: a former rock band vocalist, he draws on this unique experience and his accumulated knowledge to create genuine connections with his audiences, addressing organisational challenges with authenticity and empathy. He firmly believes that emotions are the main drivers of commitment, productivity, and organisational change.

Each keynote is carefully customised, combining theory, inspiring storytelling, and practical strategies. Before every engagement, Ricardo takes time to understand the specific context of the organisation, ensuring maximum impact and concrete results. His mission is to help companies develop emotionally intelligent cultures, where genuine commitment, human-centred leadership, and conscious collaboration are the foundations for sustainable organisational success.

Educational qualification

  • Degree Applied Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics, University of Lisbon
  • Post Graduate Degree, Emotional Intelligence and Mental Health, CRIAP Institute

Certification:

  • Motivational Speaking
  • NLP Practitioner International Certification
  • Daniel Goleman EQ Training
  • Certification on Emotional Intelligence, Motivation and Creativity
  • Employee Engagement Specialist
  • Coaching & Enneagram Certification

Key achievements in the last decade

  • Proud father of my 5-year-old daughter, Diana, my greatest personal achievement and daily source of purpose and inspiration.
  • Built a thriving international speaking business after facing bankruptcy twice, turning adversity into a sustainable worldwide career.
  • Delivered keynote speeches and leadership training in 25 countries for major global organisations, including Amazon, Merck, and Volkswagen.
  • Currently writing my first book, scheduled for publication in 2027, focused on emotional intelligence and human engagement.
  • Former lead singer of a rock band, performing at international music festivals alongside global artists such as The Black Eyed Peas and Marilyn Manson; this stage experience continues to shape the energy, presence, and memorability of my keynote performances.
  • Awarded European Champion of Public Speaking by Toastmasters International, recognising excellence in communication and stage mastery.

Important recognition in the last decade

He was the European Champion of Public Speaking in 2017 with Toastmasters International, placing in the top 30 speakers in the world.

His range of speaking topics

Emotional intelligence

Engagement

Change

Motivation

Organisational culture

Commitment

Collaboration

Resilience

High performance

Humanised leadership

Assertive communication

Well-being

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