I started my first tech company at the age of 22 and since then have been deeply involved in building and scaling businesses — from sales and strategy to finance
operations and AI-driven automation.
My work spans across entrepreneurship, business strategy, and technology, always with a focus on creating growth and efficiency.
I’m also an active member of global networks such as Entrepreneurs’ Organization, Harvard Angels of Brazil, and Harvard Business School Alumni
Angels of South Florida, and a proud fellow of Fundação Estudar in Brazil.
What drives me is turning bold ideas into reality — making innovation practical, sustainable,
and impactful.
Who I am
I’m Thiago Narimatsu Felippe — a strategist, entrepreneur, and advisor with a career built on turning complexity into clarity.
I’ve worked across industries helping leaders rethink growth, innovation, and strategy.
My journey started in cybersecurity, where I quickly realized that technology alone doesn’t create change — it’s the people, the processes, and the vision behind it.
Mission & Philosophy
My mission is simple: innovate not just on products, but on go-to-market strategies with confidence.
That means building systems that scale, strategies that differentiate, and cultures that embrace change.
I believe innovation isn’t just about new products — it’s about reimagining business models, finding hidden leverage, and delivering long-term impact.
Highlights
- Founder of AIQON, a cybersecurity company in Brazil.
- Co-Author of A Arte de Inovar (The Art of Innovation)
- Co-Author of A Arte de Empreender (The Art of Entrepreneurship).
- Speaker on innovation, strategy, and technology.
- Experienced in helping startups scale and established companies reinvent themselves.
Harvard Business School
OPM, Owner/President Management (2024–2026)
Columbia Business School & London Business School
MBA, Joint Global Executive Program, Strategy & Entrepreneurship (2022–2024)
University of Pennsylvania
BA in Economics, with minors in Political Science and Mathematics (2006–2009)
Executive courses in AI, Blockchain, Fintech, Leadership, and Communication at Wharton, Harvard Data Science Initiative, MIT, and Saint Paul Institute of Finance
I speak on the topics that matter most to leaders today:
- Innovation in Go-to-Market Strategies: how companies like Etsy, Commerce Bank, and Danaher grew by innovating beyond the product.
- Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: what companies must do to stay ahead of evolving threats.
- Scaling With Purpose: lessons from startups and corporations that built growth engines.
- Leadership & Transformation: how to align people, culture, and execution.
If you’re looking for a speaker who blends real-world business insights with practical tools, let’s connect.
I write to share ideas, frameworks, and lessons that leaders can apply right away. My articles explore how to innovate, scale, and protect organizations in a complex world
Explore excerpts from my upcoming book A Arte de Inovar
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I work with leaders and boards to:
Projects
very project is unique, but the focus is always the same: create results that last. I’ve advised startups aiming for their first million in revenue, as well as corporations rethinking how to innovate at scale.
Methodologies
I often use frameworks such as the Core Resources model, which helps organizations map what truly drives competitive advantage. These tools make strategy actionable.
Books
My current book, A Arte de Inovar (The Art of Innovation), explores how true innovation happens beyond the product — in go-to-market strategies, business models, and the resources that shape competitive advantage. It’s a call for leaders to rethink how they see innovation and to broaden the canvas of what’s possible.
I regularly publish insights and frameworks on innovation, strategy, and the economy. A few recent ideas include:
Free resources to help leaders and teams put innovation into practice:
Tools
I also create practical tools — from go-to-market strategy canvases to innovation scorecards — that teams can apply directly in their organizations.
Discover stories
Let’s connect. Whether you’re looking for a keynote speaker, an advisor, or a collaborator, I’d love to hear from you.
Direct Email: thiago@thiagofelippe.com
LinkedIn: [Thiago Felippe]