From Hero to Villain-My true Story of the Citgo6
🔥 What happens when a Christian CEO is falsely imprisoned by a hostile regime? From Hero to Villain is not just a memoir—it’s a frontline testimony of faith under fire. Jose Pereira, former CEO of CITGO, endured nearly five years as a political hostage in Venezuela. Amidst torture, isolation, and uncertainty, he found divine purpose, rediscovered unshakable faith, and transformed his cell into a sanctuary of hope. This is the real-life Book of Daniel for today’s Christian leader.
💼 If you’re a business owner who believes your calling goes beyond profits, this book will awaken your spirit. Jose brings a rare lens as a high-level executive caught in the crosshairs of global politics—offering powerful lessons in integrity, leadership, and spiritual warfare. His story—featured by CNN, Univision, and Time Magazine—will leave you reflecting deeply on how to lead when your values are tested, your freedom is stripped, and all you have left is God.
✝️ Perfect for the faith-driven entrepreneur, C-Suite for Christ member, or anyone ready to lead with purpose, power, and prayer. This isn’t another leadership manual—it’s a soul-shaking journey through darkness into light. If you’re on mission to bring Christ into the marketplace, From Hero to Villain is the one book that will strengthen your armor and reignite your calling.
About The Author
Jose Pereira is an internationally recognized author, executive coach, and keynote speaker known for his powerful message on leadership, resilience, and navigating high-stakes adversity. As the former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and a member of the Citgo6, Jose was wrongfully imprisoned in Venezuela for nearly five years—an experience that profoundly reshaped his outlook on life, faith, and leadership.
His bestselling memoir, From Hero to Villain: My True Story of the Citgo6, shares his harrowing journey and the deep personal transformation it inspired. He is the founder of Unbreakable Leadership, a coaching program that equips C-suite executives and business owners to lead with courage, balance, and purpose under pressure.
A respected voice on hostage diplomacy and trauma recovery, Jose has spoken at the United Nations General Assembly, collaborated with the Foley Foundation, and been featured by CNN (English and Spanish), ABC, Time, Reuters, and more.
Today, Jose brings practical tools and lived wisdom to corporate stages, universities, and media platforms around the world—empowering others to overcome adversity and lead from the inside out.