Pegine Echevarria

Pegine Echevarria is an American entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, life coach, and CEO of Team Pegine, Inc. Recognized for her engaging and dynamic style, she specializes in leadership, motivation, and diversity. Additionally, Echevarria is the founder of Power Women Worldwide and Power Women Pro, networks dedicated to advancing women’s leadership globally.

As a leadership speaker, Echevarria has made significant contributions to the field, being the first Latina to be inducted into the Motivational Speaker Hall of Fame. Beyond her speaking engagements, she is an advisor to US presidents and Fortune 500 executives, focusing on strategies to engage people and stakeholders effectively. Her clients include a notable portion of Fortune 100 global corporations and top Direct Selling corporations globally.

Echevarria is also a prolific author with works such as 'Sometimes You Need to Kick Your Own Butt', 'Bragging Rights: Transform Your Team in 21 Days', 'I've Got the Power To Lead & Think Big', and her newest book "Called to Lead: Success Strategies for Women". Her expertise is frequently sought in major publications like Forbes, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times. Her company, Team Pegine, Inc., was named the #3 Fastest-Growing Privately Owned Companies in North Florida and has earned the Department of Defense’s CPARs rating of EXCELLENT for contracts over a million dollars.

Echevarria's impact extends beyond business as she serves as a personal coach and consultant, teaching effective communication, leadership, and strategies for influencing and inspiring in a diverse world. Her dedication to diversity and inclusion has been recognized by SHRM, the world’s largest HR professional society, naming her one of 100 Global Thought Leaders on Diversity and Inclusion. She has been honored at the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Conference by Macy’s and Minority Business Enterprise Magazine as one of three 2016 Women Who ROCK IN BUSINESS, and she was the cover story.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Echevarria is active in volunteering, particularly in organizations benefiting the military, women, and girls, and the Hispanic community. Her life's journey from a former gang member to a celebrated business leader is a testament to her resilience and dedication to empowerment and positive change.