The Power of Mentoring
Leadership mentoring is a powerful partnership that helps executives and business leaders gain clarity, confidence, and a greater impact. Unlike coaching, which targets specific skills, mentoring is built on shared experiences and mutual trust. Mentors provide valuable wisdom and perspective, having encountered the same challenges you face today.
What I Offer
I deliver personalised guidance to assist leaders in unlocking their potential and achieving enduring success. With over 30 years of experience as a global CEO, Chairman, and investor, I blend strategic insights, practical advice, and hands-on expertise to empower executives, business owners, and start-up founders. Together, we will tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and foster meaningful growth.
Meet Pedro Ros
Executive and Business Mentor
Former Global CEO of Leading Public and Private Companies | Chairman and Investor in Successful Start-Ups
I support executives, business owners, and start-up founders in reaching their goals through strategic guidance, thought-provoking perspectives, and actionable insights. My mentoring style merges real-world experience with a dedication to helping leaders realise their full potential.
Contact Details
Executive Positions
- Executive Mentor, Adviser and Investor 2021–Present
- Chairman, Smarp (now Haiilo) | 2012–2021
- CEO and Main Board Director, Wilmington plc | 2014–2019
- Global CEO, TNS (Kantar/WPP plc) | 2008–2012
- MD, Global Clients and Main Board Director, TNS plc | 2006–2008
Education
- Management Programs: Stanford University (2005), Michigan University/IESE (1999)
- Economics Degree: Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona (1985)
- Coaching Qualification: Certified coach CfPAC (ILM)
Areas of Mentoring Expertise
Executives:
I assist senior executives in honing their leadership skills, making confident decisions, and building high-performing teams. My emphasis is on strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and navigating complex challenges to ensure long-term success.
Business Owners:
I help business owners scale their operations, optimise strategies, and achieve sustainable growth. By aligning business models with market opportunities and streamlining processes, I lay a solid foundation for success.
Start-Up Founders:
I mentor start-up founders on growth strategies, fundraising, and preparing for exits. Leveraging my experience as an investor and chairman, I guide founders in scaling effectively, securing funding, and maximising value.
Testimonials
Roope Heinilä, CEO at Haiilo and founder of Smarp
“Pedro’s mentoring has been incredibly valuable. His experience in leading global organisations offered unique insights that helped me tackle business challenges, validate my ideas, and think outside the box. Pedro’s guidance truly transforms the journey for any founder.”
Marco Pezzana, COO at Videndum Plc and Videndum Media Solutions CEO
“Thanks to Pedro’s mentoring, my growth as a leader accelerated significantly. His extensive experience and insightful feedback pushed me to reach new heights and gave me the clarity I needed to thrive in my leadership role.”