Press Kit

Torin Perez is an award-winning storyteller, authenticity and leadership expert, and bestselling author of Who Am I to Lead? The World is Waiting for You. Featured by TED, Forbes, Culture Amp, and other outlets as a leader to follow, Torin is known for his dynamic storytelling, magnetic stage presence, and deeply human approach to leadership and connection. 

Torin has inspired audiences at top conferences and organizations including Cisco, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, and many more—helping leaders put their authenticity in motion to thrive in a world of constant change.

As the founder of Seaenna, a leadership activation company, Torin sparks authentic connection and cultivates lasting impact within organizations far beyond the keynote stage. His innovative storytelling work created to drive trust, connection, and performance has earned an unprecedented four GOLD Telly Awards in 2025—the most prestigious distinction for excellence in television and video across screens.

Torin’s career has been shaped by bold ideas, breakthrough achievements, and a commitment to storytelling that drives meaningful change. He was selected into the inaugural TED Residency, an incubator for breakthrough ideas, where he coached fellow TED Residents whose talks have reached over 30 million views. He is a six-time Gold Telly Award winner as an executive producer and on-camera talent. His alma mater, Lafayette College recognized him as as one of 16 alumni Changemakers from the past 50 years. 

Torin is also deeply committed to carrying forward the legacy of his late great mentor, Frances Hesselbein. He serves on the Advisory Board of the Frances Hesselbein Leadership Forum and contributed to the funding and communications efforts for her forthcoming documentary Defining Moments (2025).

Based in California with his wife and two children, Torin loves basketball, music, parenting, and being a good friend.