Jorge L Toledo

Jorge L. Toledo is a Venezuelan-born American author, professional speaker, former senior oil and gas executive, musician, and marathon runner. A mechanical engineering graduate of Simón Bolívar University, he later earned an MBA and specialization in international business from the University of Miami. Toledo spent more than two decades with CITGO, ultimately serving as Vice President of Supply and Marketing. In November 2017, he was detained in Venezuela with fellow members of the CITGO 6 and remained in captivity for 1,775 days before his release on October 1, 2022. Since returning home, he has become an advocate for hostages, wrongful detainees, human rights, and greater international action against hostage diplomacy. He also speaks on resilience, leadership, endurance, and transforming adversity into personal growth.