Silvia Garcia

Former International Marketing Director and President of the Happiness Institute of Coca-Cola

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Silvia Garcia's Biography

Silvia Garcia occupies a truly unique space at the intersection of leadership, neuroscience, and psychology. Drawing from her experience as the Global Director of Marketing and the Happiness Institute of Coca-Cola, she excels in enhancing wellbeing, engagement, communication, creativity, trust, and resilience. Silvia’s uplifting presentations are laced with evidence-based insights, actionable takeaways, and inspiring real-life examples. Her lectures strike a perfect balance between fun and seriousness, combining data-driven content with an enjoyable delivery. Interactive and reflective, her presentations are meticulously researched and highly relevant. Silvia embodies the essence of an empathetic leader, whose speeches never fail to leave a lasting impact. Her words spark ripples of energy, enthusiasm, and wellbeing, inspiring audiences to cultivate a culture of high resilience, trust, and collaboration. With Silvia as a guide, the journey towards higher happiness and lasting positive change is both exciting and enriching. As former International Marketing Director and President of the Happiness Institute of Coca-Cola, Silvia studied how positive and negative emotions influence decisions. She has spent 20 years at C-suite positions in marketing, communication and management, leading 198 countries. She has lived and worked in the US, France, Ireland, Sweden and Spain. Her clients range from multinationals such as AXA, Bayer, Lilly, Morning Star or Google to local organizations. All of them see an increase in sales, attract and keep more customers, build longer-lasting, healthier relationships, strengthen their leadership skills and become more profitable, happier and successful. Using the first scientific index of emotional wellbeing/happiness at work, Silvia proves the impact of increasing employees' happiness at work on business results. Highly demanded by companies all around the world, her speeches have been said to change “lives and companies”. Silvia is one of the top worldwide leaders on happiness at work and, as such, she is annually invited by the United Nations to discuss the level of happiness in the world. She is a foresighted and humorous storyteller who enjoys simplifying big, complex ideas to make them actionable for a wide range of audiences. She is described by clients from sectors like banking, food, sharing economy, media, and various universities and business schools as a “standout favorite for audiences”, with a “rare and visionary intellect.”

SPEAKING VIDEOS
PHOTOS

Closing Keynote with Silvia Garcia | RGER Summit London 2024

European HHRR

Inspiring keynote on Health, Happiness GWS

Silvia Garcia Virtual short message about AI

TEDx on Innovation

Innover, c'est décider avec nos émotions | Silvia Garcia | TEDxToulouseBusinessSchool

GWS 2017: Is the Glass Half Full or Half Empty? ...The Glass is “Refillable”! | Silvia Garcia

EUROPEAN HRC MEETING 2018 - Intervento di SILVIA GARCIA

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Silvia Garcia Keynote Topics

How to Synergize AI's Possibilities with Human Potential to Create a Brighter Future

Silvia explores how organizations can balance cutting-edge AI with uniquely human strengths like creativity, empathy, and purpose. She demonstrates how technology and people can complement one another rather than compete.

This keynote inspires leaders to envision a future where AI amplifies human potential. Audiences leave with actionable ideas to integrate innovation while cultivating trust, wellbeing, and growth.

Future of Work: Science-Proven Ingredients to Succeed at the Workplace

Our speaker draws on neuroscience and psychology to reveal the essential factors for thriving in the future of work. Silvia shows how trust, resilience, and engagement directly drive productivity and performance.

This session equips leaders with evidence-based strategies to build healthier, more effective workplaces. Attendees gain the tools to attract talent, inspire collaboration, and adapt confidently to change.

How to Program Your Mind for Success (And Happiness)

Silvia offers practical techniques from psychology and neuroscience to help individuals reframe thoughts, overcome barriers, and unlock their full potential. She blends science with storytelling to make complex ideas accessible.

This keynote leaves audiences motivated to take charge of their mindset. Participants walk away with tools to cultivate both success and happiness in their professional and personal lives.

Boost Your Productivity Without Burning Out

In this talk, Silvia shows how sustainable productivity is possible without sacrificing wellbeing. She highlights the importance of balance, self-care, and emotional intelligence in high-pressure environments.

This keynote empowers organizations to prevent burnout while achieving peak performance. Audiences leave inspired to implement practices that enhance efficiency and protect long-term health.

We Can Change Our Happiness (Even at Work)

Silvia reveals that happiness is not fixed—it can be cultivated, even in challenging workplaces. She demonstrates how small, science-backed changes improve morale, creativity, and business results.

This session inspires leaders and teams to take ownership of their happiness. Attendees leave with practical strategies to foster a culture of positivity, resilience, and collaboration.

Silvia Garcia's Biography

Silvia’s uplifting presentations are laced with evidence-based insights, actionable takeaways, and inspiring real-life examples. Her lectures strike a perfect balance between fun and seriousness, combining data-driven content with an enjoyable delivery. Interactive and reflective, her presentations are meticulously researched and highly relevant.

Silvia embodies the essence of an empathetic leader, whose speeches never fail to leave a lasting impact. Her words spark ripples of energy, enthusiasm, and wellbeing, inspiring audiences to cultivate a culture of high resilience, trust, and collaboration. With Silvia as a guide, the journey towards higher happiness and lasting positive change is both exciting and enriching.

As former International Marketing Director and President of the Happiness Institute of Coca-Cola, Silvia studied how positive and negative emotions influence decisions.

She has spent 20 years at C-suite positions in marketing, communication and management, leading 198 countries. She has lived and worked in the US, France, Ireland, Sweden and Spain.

Her clients range from multinationals such as AXA, Bayer, Lilly, Morning Star or Google to local organizations. All of them see an increase in sales, attract and keep more customers, build longer-lasting, healthier relationships, strengthen their leadership skills and become more profitable, happier and successful.

Using the first scientific index of emotional wellbeing/happiness at work, Silvia proves the impact of increasing employees' happiness at work on business results. Highly demanded by companies all around the world, her speeches have been said to change “lives and companies”.

Silvia is one of the top worldwide leaders on happiness at work and, as such, she is annually invited by the United Nations to discuss the level of happiness in the world. She is a foresighted and humorous storyteller who enjoys simplifying big, complex ideas to make them actionable for a wide range of audiences. She is described by clients from sectors like banking, food, sharing economy, media, and various universities and business schools as a “standout favorite for audiences”, with a “rare and visionary intellect.”

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Silvia Garcia testimonials

Nick Burns

CEO at Reward Gateway | Edenred

"The incredible Silvia Garcia, former Global Director of Happiness at The Coca-Cola Company, closed out the Summit with a powerful keynote on positive leadership. Her words resonate with us all."

Marco Corrado

Head of Global Workplace Operations Ericsson

"I had the pleasure of being one of the delegates at the CBRE Institute in London where you gave an inspirational talk and session that resonated and was absolutely beautiful. It was unique and different and left me with a lasting impression. Silvia was such an inspiration, and her energy was mesmerizing!"

Antony Cahill

Senior VP at Visa

"Silvia Garcia's keynote on Finding your purpose, and growing emotional wellbeing at work was truly inspiring and insightful. Her expertise and passion for empowering employees to prioritize their mental health shone through during her presentation. I could see immediate impact and positive changes in our team's attitudes and performance after implementing some of Silvia's strategies. I highly recommend her for any organization looking to create a healthier and happier work environment for their employees."

Carlos Arusa

SVP Human Resources Europe at TD Synnex

"Silvia's insights on navigating change and rising through challenges in the technological industry were eye-opening and truly invaluable. Her passion for helping individuals and teams succeed in the ever-evolving tech landscape was evident in every word she spoke. Thank you for equipping us with the tools and mindset needed to thrive in such a competitive field. We are excited to apply your lessons to our work and are confident that they will lead to great success. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us!"

Sylvie Follain

International Director at Hermès

"Working with Silvia Garcia was truly an inspiring and transformative experience for our team at Hermès. Her keynote not only motivated us to reach our goals but also reminded us of the importance of teamwork, creativity, and dedication. Silvia was able to captivate our leaders and teams with her passion and energy, leaving us feeling empowered and excited to tackle any challenges that may come our way. Thank you for igniting a spark within us and helping us achieve success beyond our wildest dreams"