Women in Tech 100 Top Speakers 2023

Linda Pereira

Linda Pereira

CEO of CPL

Fields of Expertise:

  • Gender Equality

Country of residence: Portugal

Linda Pereira holds a prominent position as the G100 Global Chair for Communication & Advocacy, leading an empowered group of 100 women leaders worldwide. This group manages 100 global wings, supported by 100 He for She champions in the Denim Club and 100 Country Chairs. Their collective mission is to advocate for gender equality, raise awareness, and drive impact across governments and organizations for a gender-equal future. In addition to her global advocacy role, Linda is a University Lecturer and a CNN Commentator. Since 2008, she has been an entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of CPL, a company specializing in top-tier meeting and event planning. As a Message Architect and Stage Presenter, Linda has demonstrated her proficiency in shaping impactful communication. Linda’s achievements include being the Winner of the Business Spirit Award and the recipient of the Business Owner Award in 2008. In 2011, she was voted into the top 100 women in eCommerce. She received the AHMP Education Award in 2009, reflecting her commitment to education and mentorship. Actively contributing to academia, Linda serves as a Meeting Industry Mentor for three universities in Russia, the USA, and the UK. She holds positions as a Board Member of the New World Leaders Association, Labor er Dignitas, and WECAI. Linda is also the President of APPEN and a Member of the Advisory Board of Meetings Show UK.

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