THE POWER PLAYER Redefining the Energy World

JOSE ANGEL PEREIRA RUIMWYK

FORMER CEO
CITGO PETROLEUM

Dear Readers, 

In this special edition of Entrepreneurs Bulletin, we turn our spotlight to a visionary leader who is redefining what it means to champion resilience and purpose-driven leadership—Mr. José Ángel Pereira Ruimwyk, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum, and the dynamic force inspiring a global community through his story of endurance, transformation, and empowerment.

As the CEO of CITGO Petroleum, José Pereira stood at the forefront of the energy industry, guiding one of the world’s leading companies through complex global challenges. But his journey became far more than a corporate role—he is a living example of courage and resilience, having endured 1,775 days of unjust captivity as one of the “Citgo6.” Today, through JoseConnect, José has transformed that extraordinary trial into a global platform for leadership development, coaching, and resilience-building, where individuals and organizations are equipped to thrive with authenticity and strength JoseConnect.

José’s leadership philosophy centers on humility, perseverance, and authenticity. He believes that meaningful leadership isn’t about titles or authority—it’s about facing adversity, embracing vulnerability, and rising stronger with faith and purpose. As he often shares: resilience is not the absence of struggle, but the courage to transform struggle into growth. Through his initiatives, keynote addresses, and executive coaching programs, he openly shares the evolution of his mindset—from corporate leader to survivor, from endurance to empowerment JoseConnect+1.

Under José’s stewardship, JoseConnect has continued to expand its reach and deepen its impact. Through powerful storytelling, executive resilience training, and transformative workshops, José is equipping leaders worldwide to find balance between professional success and personal fulfillment. His programs go beyond inspiration—they deliver actionable strategies to build cultures of empathy, courage, and lasting impact JoseConnect+1.

In a landscape often captivated by short-term wins and buzzwords, José Ángel Pereira Ruimwyk stands out by rooting leadership in authenticity, endurance, and meaningful outcomes. He doesn’t just share experiences—he builds communities of resilience, faith, and hope for the future.

In this edition, we delve into José’s extraordinary leadership journey—from his role as CEO to his survival against adversity, and now to his work as a global coach, speaker, and advocate for resilience. We uncover how JoseConnect is redefining what it means for leaders to rise above challenges—not someday, but today.

We hope this issue lights a fire in every reader who believes in leading with humility, resilience, and impact.

Warm regards,
The Entrepreneurs Bulletin Team