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Vicente Fox

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  • President of Mexico (2000-2006)
  • Humanitarian & Founder of Centro Fox
  • Co-President of Centrist Democrat International - organization of center-right political parties
  • Advisory Board Member at Inolife Sciences

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Former President of Mexico (2000-2006) Vicente Fox is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the contemporary geopolitical landscape and the role of business in the developing world. When elected to the presidency of Mexico in 2000, President Fox broke the stranglehold that the ruling Institutional Revolutionary Party had held on to the State for seven decades. A charismatic reformer, he is credited as playing a vital role in Mexico’s democratization, and with strengthening the country’s economy. President Fox’s visionary ideas, when paired with his engaging storytelling, inspire audiences from business leaders to policymakers by offering unique insights into international relations, economic development, and the future of global markets.

After leaving office in 2006, President Fox and his wife founded Centro Fox, a non-profit dedicated to discovering, exercising, and harnessing the leadership qualities we all have inside of us. The non-profit is now housed at the Vicente Fox Center of Studies, Library, and Museum in San Cristobal, Mexico. President Fox has shared his vision for the future of democracy with hosts including the Ogun State Investors Forum, The Latino Coalition, and the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, who said, "We had a wonderful event with President Fox. It was a standing room only audience, plus we filled up three overflow rooms!"

 


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Past Hosts Include:
  • NAFSA: National Association of International Educators
  • Junior League of Toledo
  • PrePaid Media
  • Augustana College
  • Kansas State University
  • SC Johnson and Son, Inc.
  • UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
  • C Squared
  • Furman University
  • C.D. Howe Institute
Rave Reviews About Vicente Fox
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President Fox was incredible a real class act. We had a full house with 4,200 people, plus an overflow room for another 1,200. President Fox had breakfast with Marlene and I to help him prepare, and then made a walk through our exhibit hall before speech time. He was very interested in our work, especially with relation to his own efforts at Centro Fox.

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More rave reviews

"The event went very smoothly. We really appreciate that President Fox was critical of the current administration but focused on how its policies and rhetoric are affecting Mexico and Central America. The students have reported nothing by positive messages."

-University of Iowa

"Everything went fabulously! He was very gracious with his time and his comments; one of our donors said he “overdelivered” by giving such a great presentation and being so engaging throughout the day."

-University of Utah

"A complete hit and the largest audience we have ever had for a daytime lecture."

-San Joaquin Valley Town Hall

"President Fox’s visit was a great success from our point of view. We had an audience in excess of 500 in attendance and no one left early. Indeed, the Q&A could have gone on for hours. Earlier in the day he met for an informal conversation with about 15 students and it was wonderful how he put them at ease and engaged them in discussion. His appearance on the local NPR affiliate was great publicity for our Center and for the Cleveland Humanities Festival (chf.case.edu), so all I can say is that we were very pleased and we hope that he was too. His wife, Marta, by the way, is also delightful and added much to the event."

-Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities, Case Western Reserve University

"Our two-day Investors' Forum went very well: we had a large turnout and achieved our objectives. We enjoyed having President and Mrs Fox here in Ogun State, it was a pleasure hosting them. President Fox's speech went well and was inspiring, he had so much experience to share!"

-Ogun State Investors Forum 2014

"We have heard nothing but wonderful comments on President Vicente Fox. Everyone really enjoyed him and felt he was a humble man."

-CHRISTUS Spohn Health System Foundation

"The event was a success. President Fox was amazing. The audience loved him. We received a lot of positive feedback. We were very excited to have him. "

-The Latino Coalition

"President Fox was a star among stars at the USC Schwarzenegger Institute's U.S. immigration reform forum. His participation added tremendous depth and insight to the event. And his grace and charm in dealing with press, other Vips, students and guests were remarkable. "

-USC Schwarzenegger Institute

"The event was a success and guests enjoyed President Fox’s remarks. We’re very glad that he was able to meet our participants. He was friendly and convivial with the attendees, so that in particular is much appreciated. It’s definitely the personal moments that people remember most. "

- C.D. Howe Institute

"President Fox's visit was a great success! I have heard nothing but positive remarks regarding the President's speech."

-Furman University

"Warm, charismatic and really passionate in his delivery. He was definitely a highlight of the event and we were very pleased with his speech. "

- C Squared

"We had a wonderful event last night with President Fox. It was a standing room only audience, plus we filled up three overflow rooms as well!"

- UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

"He was fabulous.Charming.You could hear a pin drop. "

- SC Johnson and Son, Inc.

"Mr. President, thank you for coming to K-State. Your lecture was terrific!"

- Kansas State University

"The event was a great success! We had one of our highest turn-outs, with almost 4,000 attendees."

- Augustana College

"Incredible feedback from the delegates, one of the main highlights of the show. People were blown away by his speech. Thanks again for all your help."

-PrePaid Media

"Everything with the Fox's was absolutely great!!!! The event was an absolute success things could not have gone any better!!! "

- Junior League of Toledo
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Talks & Conversations with Vicente Fox
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Surveying the Geo-Political Landscape

In this address, the former head of state VICENTE FOX discusses his perspective on the state of the world, on a macro level. Fox will touch on the relationships between the United States and Latin America, the role of the U.N., and the promises of globalization, both fulfilled and unfulfilled. ...

In this address, the former head of state VICENTE FOX discusses his perspective on the state of the world, on a macro level. Fox will touch on the relationships between the United States and Latin America, the role of the U.N., and the promises of globalization, both fulfilled and unfulfilled.

Bringing the New Economy to Latin America

In this address, President VICENTE FOX discusses his businesses-centered approach to the development of Mexico, the future of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and the opportunities available for international corporations in the region. A critic of the populist movements sweeping Central ...

In this address, President VICENTE FOX discusses his businesses-centered approach to the development of Mexico, the future of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and the opportunities available for international corporations in the region. A critic of the populist movements sweeping Central and South America, President Fox offers an alternative that should be heard by everyone concerned with the future of the hemisphere.

Building Bridges: Fixing the Immigration Issue and Strengthening U.S.-Mexico Relations

Immigration reform has long been a priority for President Fox, who, during his time in office, worked with then-President George W. Bush to negotiate immigration policy. Since leaving office, President VICENTE FOX continues to emphasize the importance of immigration reform with the goal of building ...

Immigration reform has long been a priority for President Fox, who, during his time in office, worked with then-President George W. Bush to negotiate immigration policy. Since leaving office, President VICENTE FOX continues to emphasize the importance of immigration reform with the goal of building bridges and why America must establish sensible pathways for citizenship for undocumented immigrants. In his speech, President Fox addresses why immigration reform is crucial for not just America and Mexico, but for the global community at large: “Mexico and other nations consider U.S. immigration reform important because we know our citizens will continue to migrate in search of job opportunities and a better quality of life, with freedom and respect for human rights.”

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Former President of Mexico Vicente Fox receives rave reviews for his live events

Former President of Mexico VICENTE FOX (2000-2006) is known for his engaging and informative remarks. He . His recent rave reviews include:

  • San Joaquin Valley Town Hall: "A complete hit and the largest audience we have ever had for a daytime lecture"
  • Ogun State Investors Forum: “President Fox's speech went well and was inspiring, he had so much experience to share!" 
  • National Association of International Educators: “President Fox was incredible a real class act. We had a full house with 4,200 people, plus an overflow room…”

Watch President Vicente Fox's keynote at the Brookings Institute >>

Watch President Vicente Fox speak at the World Affairs Council of Oregon >>

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Books by Vicente Fox
Revolution of Hope: The Life, Faith, and Dreams of a Mexican President

Revolution of Hope: The Life, Faith, and Dreams of a Mexican President

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Press & Media
Vicente Fox's Twitter poll: 'What would you prefer instead of that #F--kingWall?' - The Hill
Former Mexican President Vicente Fox: 'We're ready for the trade war' - TODAY
Vicente Fox Trump has fundamentally changed the way global leaders view America - NBC News
Mexico’s Vicente Fox Invites the Blockchain Community to Join His “Yellow Revolution” - Bitcoin Magazine
‘Walls divide. We must build bridges,’ former Mexico President Vicente Fox tells University of Utah audience - The Salt Lake Tribune
Trump ‘Blackmailing’ Mexico With Tariff Threats, Vicente Fox Says - BNN Bloomberg
Inolife Sciences Appoints Former Mexican President Vicente Fox to Advisory Board - PRN Newswire
Former Mexican president encourages voters living in Arizona to participate in Mexico election - KTAR News
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Biography

Vicente Fox Quesada was born on July 2, 1942. He grew up at Rancho San Cristobal in Guanajuato, a communal land, where the only difference between him and his childhood friends were the opportunities he had. He always remembers from his childhood that one of the harms that can be avoided in our country is poverty.

He studied Business Administration at the Universidad Iberoamericana, and later he received a Top Management Diploma from the Harvard Business School.

In 1964 he joined the Coca-Cola Company in Mexico and started from the bottom; through his perseverance he became President of the company for Mexico and Latin America.

He served as President of Mexico from 2000 to 2006. He was the first candidate from an opposition party to be elected president.

Today Fox is an Advisory Board Member at Inolife Sciences and is actively involved on encouraging leadership and creating opportunities for the less favored people through his organization named Centro Fox.

 

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