22. Curiosity as a superpower with Joanna Pineda

What does it really mean to lead with curiosity?

In this episode of Humans of Authenticity – CEO Special Edition, host Vy Le sits down with Joanna Pineda, CEO of Matrix Group, to explore how curiosity powers innovation, drives team culture, and keeps organizations evolving in a rapidly changing world.

Joanna doesn’t just talk about curiosity, she lives it. Whether she’s reimagining virtual conferences, responding to RFPs with bold ideas, or transforming how her team collaborates, Joanna brings a mindset of “make it up, make it happen” to every leadership challenge.

In one powerful example, she shares how her team asked her to step out of a meeting so they could openly discuss a high-risk project. Her response? Trusting them completely because leadership, at its core, is about knowing when to lean in and when to let go.

Tune in now to learn how curiosity, when practiced with intention, can reshape how you lead, work, and live.