EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 1H
Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: From Hostage to Hope
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From Hostage to Hope: José Pereira’s Unbreakable Spirit On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show host Kelli Melissa Reinhardt has special guest José Pereira. Little bit about José’s story from him: 5 years international hostage survivor My name is José Pereira - a man of faith, husband, bestselling author, speaker, and resilience coach. I am a former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly five years by the regime of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela as part of the Citgo6 case, an experience that forever transformed my life and purpose. Today, I share my story through my books, speaking, podcast, TV show, and foundation to help others heal, rise, and live with a truly unbreakable spirit. Short bio: José Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum, is a recognized advocate for human rights, serving as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Latin-American Institute of Human Rights. He has been acknowledged as a Thinkers360 Top Voice in the US25 and a Top25 Thought Leader Coach. As a 5-year international hostage survivor, José Pereira's experiences have shaped his role as a global leadership and resilience speaker. He is also a multi-award-winning keynote speaker in global education and a bestselling author. In addition to hosting the award-winning "Building Resilience" podcast, Pereira José is a bilingual TV host with Now. Media TV and an accomplished article and newsletter writer. Find out more about Jose here: www.joseconnect.com Want to find out when the next incredible episode of Make Mental Health Matter show is dropping? Sign up for the Make Mental Health Matter newsletter for special tips, and insider only offers. Click HERE to sign up today! Need more resources? www.makementalhealthmatter.org https://linktr.ee/makementalhealthmatter
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From Hostage to Hope: José Pereira’s Unbreakable Spirit On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show host Kelli Melissa Reinhardt has special guest José Pereira. Little bit about José’s story from him: 5 years international hostage survivor My name is José Pereira - a man of faith, husband, bestselling author, speaker, and resilience coach. I am a former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly five years by the regime of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela as part of the Citgo6 case, an experience that forever transformed my life and purpose. Today, I share my story through my books, speaking, podcast, TV show, and foundation to help others heal, rise, and live with a truly unbreakable spirit. Short bio: José Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum, is a recognized advocate for human rights, serving as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Latin-American Institute of Human Rights. He has been acknowledged as a Thinkers360 Top Voice in the US25 and a Top25 Thought Leader Coach. As a 5-year international hostage survivor, José Pereira's experiences have shaped his role as a global leadership and resilience speaker. He is also a multi-award-winning keynote speaker in global education and a bestselling author. In addition to hosting the award-winning "Building Resilience" podcast, Pereira José is a bilingual TV host with Now. Media TV and an accomplished article and newsletter writer. Find out more about Jose here: www.joseconnect.com Want to find out when the next incredible episode of Make Mental Health Matter show is dropping? Sign up for the Make Mental Health Matter newsletter for special tips, and insider only offers. Click HERE to sign up today! Need more resources? www.makementalhealthmatter.org https://linktr.ee/makementalhealthmatter
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