Dr. Camilo Cruz

Dr. Camilo Cruz, an award-winning and international best-selling author of more than 30 books, is one of the most prolific Latino authors in the United States and a sought-after speaker in the areas of personal and professional development, business excellence, and leadership. With his work recognized both in the Latin American corporate arena and the U.S. Hispanic market, he has become one of the most influential speakers in the fields of peak performance, personal, and organizational success. His enthusiasm, sense of humor, and refreshing perspectives on what it takes to succeed have delighted and enlightened audiences across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Cruz is fluent in both English and Spanish, enhancing his ability to connect with diverse audiences. His books, including international bestsellers like "Once Upon a Cow" and "The Two Sides of Communication," have been translated into fifteen languages and have collectively sold more than two million copies. "Once Upon a Cow" specifically received the Latino Book Award for Best Self-Help Book in Spanish. Cruz's dynamic presentations often focus on transforming dreams and goals into action-driven strategies, overcoming excuses in the corporate environment, and creating lasting relationships through outstanding customer service.

In addition to his literary and speaking accomplishments, Dr. Cruz has founded several successful companies, including the Latino Institute for Development, Education, and Responsibility (LIDER). He has also been a professor of Quantum Physics, Thermodynamics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at various universities in the U.S. Cruz earned his M.S. in Chemistry and his Ph.D. in Science from Seton Hall University and is a graduate of Harvard Business School's program on Corporate Governance. Living in Florida with his wife, Shirley, and their three children, Cruz continues to inspire many as a coach and cheerleader to those striving to become architects of their own destiny.