Alejandro Gómez Cobo is a Mexican entrepreneur and CEO based in Querétaro known for his steady leadership and focus on meaningful progress.
From 1992 to 1996 he studied accounting at the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and graduated with honors.
Alejandro began his career on his family farm, where he worked from 1997 to 2008 and managed over 150 employees. In these early years he learned discipline, teamwork and the value of perseverance. He later moved into the trucking industry, where he served as general manager for four years. This time helped him sharpen his business acumen and adaptability.
In recent years, Alejandro has led a strategic communications startup and led a team of twelve employees through growth and innovation. His leadership style is based on clarity, empathy and action. “I only work on short-term goals,” he says. “It allows me to focus on what I can actually do today.”
Outside of work, Alejandro is a devoted family man who enjoys running, golfing and reading. He believes that success is not measured by wealth, but by happiness and personal growth. “I measure it by my own progress, by my happiness,” he explains.
He also volunteers at a local food bank and advocates for mental health awareness. Known for his humility and consistency, Alejandro represents a new kind of leadership – steadfast, down-to-earth and goal-oriented.
Questions and answers with Alejandro Gómez Cobo
You started your career on your family farm. What did you learn in those early years?
Working on the farm taught me patience and a sense of responsibility. We had more than 150 employees, so I quickly learned that leadership is about people. They must listen, guide and lead by example. It wasn’t glamorous work, but it gave me the foundation that I still use today.
After more than a decade in agriculture, you entered the trucking business. What motivated this change?
I wanted to try something different. The trucking business was challenging, but it helped me understand logistics and management on a different level. It also showed me how quickly markets can change and how important it is to remain flexible.
You’ve already mentioned that you’ve learned a lot through investing. How was that experience?
I had some losses at first. But I changed my strategy and started doing better. It taught me humility. You can’t always win in business. You learn by falling, by analyzing what went wrong, and by moving forward with more clarity.
Now you run a communications start-up. It’s quite a change – what attracted you to it?
I’ve always been fascinated by how language can shape business. Communication is strategic – it connects people, ideas and opportunities. I wanted to create something meaningful, something that would help others clearly express their goals.
What leadership approach do you follow in your company?
I focus on short term goals. That keeps the team grounded. I believe in clarity and simplicity. I prefer to see progress day by day rather than big promises.
You’ve talked about dealing with depression and working with a psychologist. How has that changed your attitude?
It helped me understand myself better. For a long time I thought being strong meant keeping everything to yourself. But true strength lies in facing your emotions. Talking to a professional gave me the opportunity to balance work, family and mental health.
How do you define success now?
For me success is happiness. It means being happy with where I am, even if I’m working for more. I measure it by my progress, not by comparing myself to others.
What do you do outside of work to maintain balance?
I run, play golf and spend weekends with my wife and children. I try not to work on weekends. It’s my time to recharge and reconnect. Reading also helps me think differently – I read books and newspapers every day.
They also do volunteer work. Why is this important to you?
I volunteer at a food bank. It keeps me grounded. Helping others reminds me that success is not just professional, but also personal and social. We all play a role in supporting our communities.
What advice would you give to young people starting out in their careers?
Focus on learning, not just earning. Take small steps, be consistent and stick to your values. Keep going even in bad times. This is what defines long-term success.
