Bio
Global Speaker, Author and Leadership Advisor
Raúl Castro does not speak about leadership only from theory. He brings more than 30 years of experience leading real people in real organizations.
After two decades at Bankinter, one of Spain's most innovative banks, and five years as an executive in companies in the Caribbean, he founded dpersonas and People Development Consultants. Today, he works with leaders and organizations across more than 20 countries as a Global Speaker, International Keynote Speaker and Leadership Advisor.
Based in Tampa, Florida, Raúl maintains a strong professional connection with Spain, the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean.
How he thinks about leadership
Six ideas that guide his work
Leadership is a practice, not a title
International experience teaches what books cannot
Teams are the most undervalued asset in any organization
Culture is demonstrated, not declared
Communicating clearly is an act of respect
AI amplifies leaders who know how to use it
Career
A career built on real experience
1991 – 2011
20 years in banking
Executive career at Bankinter, one of Spain's most innovative banks. Team leadership, digital transformation and people development over two decades. He learned that leading is not about managing tasks — it is about creating environments where people want to give their best.
2011 – Present
dpersonas and People Development Consultants
Founder and Managing Partner. Leadership consulting, executive development and organizational transformation for companies in Spain, the United States and Latin America. Over a decade accompanying leaders through real moments of change.
2005 – Present
International keynote speaker
Keynotes in more than 20 countries on leadership, Augmented Intelligence, remote teams and organizational culture. Raúl has spoken in Spain, the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Peru and the Caribbean.
2020 – Present
Líderes Globales and Listening Leaders
Director and host of Líderes Globales, a flagship program on international leadership in Spanish. Host of Listening Leaders. In-depth conversations with global leaders about management, culture and transformation.
2017 – Present
Tampa, Florida
Based in the United States. Direct connection with the American corporate market and a professional bridge between cultures, companies and leadership perspectives on both sides of the Atlantic.
Published works
Six books, one thread
Human leadership in a world accelerated by technology — that is the question that runs through all of his books.
PREGUNTAR. Dirigir haciendo preguntas
2026
Inteligencia Aumentada IA+
2025
CEO REMOTO
2024
ELEVEN
2017
Augmented Intelligence AI+
2025
La Puerta Abierta
2012
Tiempo para Decidir
2010
Media & Own Content
Líderes Globales and Listening Leaders
Since 2020, Raúl has directed and hosted Líderes Globales, a flagship program in Spanish on international leadership broadcast on Capital Radio. Each episode is an in-depth conversation with leaders transforming organizations across sectors and cultures.
As host of Listening Leaders, Raúl explores active listening as a core leadership competency — a podcast for leaders who want to understand before they respond.
Media appearancesRaúl Castro in brief
Raúl Castro is an international keynote speaker, author and consultant focused on modern leadership, Augmented Intelligence and organizational transformation. He has worked across Spain, the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean, combining more than 30 years of executive experience with leadership development work for companies, business schools and corporate events in over 20 countries.
Frequently asked questions
About Raúl Castro
Who is Raúl Castro?
Raúl Castro is an international keynote speaker, author and consultant focused on modern leadership, Augmented Intelligence and organizational transformation. He is the founder and Managing Partner of dpersonas and People Development Consultants, director and host of Líderes Globales, and host of Listening Leaders. He is based in Tampa, Florida, and works in Spain, the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Does Raúl Castro give keynotes in English?
Yes. Raúl works in both English and Spanish and adapts the content to the cultural context of each audience. He is fully fluent in both languages and has extensive experience with US and international corporate audiences.
What is his executive background?
Raúl has more than 30 years of executive experience, including 20 years at Bankinter, one of Spain's most innovative banks, and five years as an executive in companies in the Caribbean. He has led teams and transformation processes across more than 20 countries.
What topics does he speak about?
His main topics are Augmented Intelligence AI+, Modern Leadership, Leading from a Distance, and Culture in Action. All keynotes are adapted to the specific context, industry and goals of each client.
Does he speak at business schools?
Yes. Raúl delivers sessions in executive programs, MBAs and leadership development programs at business schools in Spain, the United States and Latin America.
How do I book Raúl Castro for an event?
The main contact channel is the form at raulcastro.es/en/contact. Raúl's team responds personally within 48 hours.