The Council
Meet The
Main Council
David Daxsen
President of The Board. David Xavier Sanchez, known as David Daxsen, is a global businessman and entrepreneur. Ambassador, Permanent Representative for the International Youth Organization. He is the Founder & CEO of The Daxsen Corp, one of the most diverse business conglomerates within Private Equity, Entertainment, Marketing, Real Estate and more.
Susan Rockefeller
Founder and editor of Musings, a digital magazine that curates ideas and innovations for a more sustainable future. She serves on the boards of Oceana, Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, We Are Family Foundation, Southampton Arts Center, and Land and Garden Preserve. She is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and advises Food Systems 6, MADE SAFE, Oceanic Global, and Ohana & Co.
Her own documentaries, such as Food For Thought, Food for Life, Striking a Chord, Making the Crooked Straight, and Mission of Mermaids, have aired on HBO, PBS, and the Discovery Channel. She combines her environmental knowledge and philanthropic experience to advise on sustainable business practices that add value to companies without harming the planet or the end consumer
Marc Bell
Marc Bell is a prominent entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder of Terran Orbital, a leading company in the manufacturing of small satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific applications.
He also founded The Global Internet Exchange, one of the first companies to provide high-speed internet services to multiple businesses.
Bell has won three Tony Awards for his success on Broadway and, through Marc Bell Capital, has been a key investor in tech startups such as BlackLine and Armory.
Additionally, he has made significant donations to foundations like Make-A-Wish Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, helping to improve the lives of countless people.
Consuelo Vanderbilt
She is a seventh-generation descendant of shipping and railroad magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt and the great-great-niece of Consuelo Vanderbilt, the Duchess of Marlborough. Founder of C&R Production, and a co-founder of SohoMuse, a high-end network for the global creative community.
She became an ambassador for the American Cancer Society and vice president of the Ovarian Cancer Coalition of Greater California, driven by the personal experience of her mother, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She has worked closely with the American Heart Association. She has been chosen as an Advisor for the Forbes Council. She also serves on the board of the Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium.
Frank Song II
Globally recognized private equity investor and Senior Diplomatic Advisor to the United Nations (Permanent Observer OIJ), with an expertise in leveraged buyouts, he has completed over $1 billion in transactions.
His journey from homelessness to becoming a private equity investor at the top globally performing private equity firm, Accel-KKR, which today manages $19 billion in capital commitments, to bootstrapping a company into a $100+ million enterprise value company, is a testament to his resilience and determination. A three-time Inc. 5000 winner, he has created over 1,000 jobs and manages a nine-figure private equity portfolio.
A dedicated philanthropist, he supports refugees, animals, and orphans, with an emphasis on Ukraine, where he resided for over seven years.
Jessica Jackson
She is a prominent human rights lawyer and Chief Advocacy Officer at REFORM Alliance. Co-founder of Dream Corps JUSTICE, a national bipartisan effort aimed at reducing the incarceration rate in the United States.
She served as the youngest elected official in Marin County and later as Mayor of Mill Valley in 2015. Jackson began her career as a human rights attorney at the Habeas Corpus Resource Center in San Francisco, California, where she represented California death row inmates in their appeals. Jackson has received numerous awards and recognitions, including being named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2021.
Isabel Noboa
Isabel Noboa is a prominent Ecuadorian businesswoman, recognized for her leadership in the Nobis Group, an investment holding company in Ecuador, with over 30 years of experience in the business world. She has dedicated much of her career to social responsibility initiatives, particularly in educational projects aimed at improving opportunities for disadvantaged youth.
Isabel is a staunch advocate for education as a driver of social change and has supported numerous scholarships and training programs. Her philanthropic work has left a significant mark on the Ecuadorian community, demonstrating her commitment to progress and the welfare of society.
Howard Glicken
Howard M. Glicken is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of The Americas Group, a consulting/merchant-banking firm focused solely on Latin America, Mexico and the Caribbean. He has over 35 years of business and political experience in Latin America.
Throughout his career, Mr. Glicken has played a significant private sector role as a good will ambassador to Latin America. He has lectured and written extensively on issues affecting the region. In recent years he has served as a private sector advisor to the Clinton Administration on Latin American affairs and as a member of the private sector advisory group to the Inter-American Development Bank.
Hector Sulaiman
Mexican businessman and son of Don José Sulaimán Chagnón, who was the founder of the World Boxing Council for 38 years. He received the title of Knight Commander of the Order of Amauta and the title of Knight of San Maron. In addition to his outstanding business work, he is the founder of Scholas Occurrentes in Mexico, promoted by Pope Francis, and president of the José Sulaimán Chagnón Foundation.
He was recognized with the Anáhuac Medal in Sports Sciences 2023 for his contribution to education and sports inclusion in disadvantaged communities. He has also received distinctions such as Doctor Honoris Causa, the Ibero-American Medal, among other international and national recognitions.
Marla Maples
Born in Cohutta, Georgia (population 661), Marla Maples got her start as an overachieving student, athlete, and homecoming queen who attended the University of Georgia before heading to New York City to pursue a career in the arts.
The philanthropist, who herself suffered from Lyme disease as a teen, was honored for her work with the Global Lyme Alliance, and remains committed to supporting a multitude of non-profit organizations including Spirituality for Kids, Make a Wish Foundation, American Family Housing, Feed the Children, Shelter for the Homeless, The City of Hope, and Kids Creating Peace.
Massad Boulos
Born in Lebanon, Boulos moved to Texas shortly before attending the University of Houston and obtaining a doctor of jurisprudence degree.
After graduating, he eventually joined his family’s business of three generations and became the managing director and CEO of the conglomerate SCOA Nigeria, which specializes in the assembly and distribution of motor vehicles and equipment.
Simon Kim
Seoul-born restaurateur Simon Kim fulfilled his lifelong dream of opening a game-changing Korean restaurant with the arrival of COTE in Flatiron, NYC in June 2017.
Under his leadership, COTE’s unprecedented marriage of Korean barbecue and classic American steakhouse elements has earned it numerous accolades, and the distinction of being not only New York City’s first Korean steakhouse but also the world’s only Michelin-starred Korean tabletop grill restaurant.
Amy Green
Following an illustrious two-decade career as a FOX Sports reporter, Los Angeles native Amy Heart Green is now one of America’s most prominent philanthropists, global ambassadors and thought leaders, having single-handedly raised more than three million dollars in the past year for conservation and anti-poaching initiatives.
By supporting anti-poaching patrols, education and conservation programs, Amy remains committed to improving livelihoods, biodiversity, and communities worldwide. In addition, Amy has been selected to speak at summits for the Deepak Chopra Foundation and Forbes 400 Philanthropy.
Jaha Dukureh
Regional Ambassador of UN Women for Africa in February 2018, executive director and founder of the NGO “Safe Hands for Girls,” which provides support to African women and girls who are survivors of FGM (female genital mutilation) and addresses its harmful and lasting physical and psychological consequences. She contributed to the Obama administration’s investigation into the profile of FGM in the United States and the subsequent Summit to End FGM at the United States Institute of Peace.
She was the main promoter of The Guardian’s End FGM Guardian Global Media Campaign. Dukureh was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in February 2018, has won the Eleanor Roosevelt Val-Kill Medal, and was one of the 100 most influential Africans of 2017 by New African magazine for her work as an activist
Richie Akiva
Influential entrepreneur and prominent figure in the New York nightlife scene. He co-founded the successful club Butter in 2002, which quickly became a hotspot for celebrities and high society. He has founded and managed several other renowned venues in the city, including 1 OAK, Up&Down, and The Butter Group, attended by celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Trevor Noah, Serena Williams, Leonardo DiCaprio, Calvin Klein, Jay-Z, Giorgio Armani, Justin Bieber, Kevin Hart, Kylie Jenner, Katy Perry, and more.
His business gives back by donating to various charities and hosting high-profile fundraisers. They offer their venue free of charge for charitable events and, at Christmas, organized a toy drive for underprivileged children from Fulton Projects.
H.H. Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe
Member of European royalty, German prince, entrepreneur, award-winning TV host, and producer. Born to parents whose marriage united him with one of Europe’s highest-ranking princes, His Highness Prince Waldemar Schaumburg-Lippe and Her Highness Princess Antonia Schaumburg-Lippe, Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe succeeded his father by court and paternal decision. He has organized charity galas with Mario Lopez, Carmit Bachar of Pussycat Dolls.
He supports the Save Palawan Foundation aimed at protecting and supporting coastal communities in Palawan, Philippines, through sustainable and profitable livelihood alternatives. He participated in Cancer Alliance’s Gala Dance the Night Away 2024, an event celebrating the efforts of those committed to helping local cancer patients.
Luis Felipe Fernández-Salvador
Italian and Ecuadorian heritage, on the Ecuadorian side, he is a descendant of José Fernández-Salvador y López, a founding father of Ecuador, author of its Constitution, and the first president after its independence. In his European lineage, he belongs to one of the 12 families of the Soria Lineage, one of the oldest Spanish noble institutions, and the Fieschi, an ancient Genoese family from which the princes of Monaco and Belmonte descend, who played significant roles, including the nomination of two popes.
He is known for directing and producing “A Son of Man” (2019), a film selected by Ecuador for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 91st Academy Awards. Through the National Identity Foundation, he funds film projects that promote the ethnic diversity of the Amazon and advocates for the protection of these ecosystems globally.
Richie Romero
He is a prominent figure in the nightlife and hospitality industry, particularly known for his influence and contributions in New York City. He has been involved in managing and promoting events and other entertainment ventures. Romero is often recognized for his work as a nightlife impresario and has been associated with several high-profile venues.
He founded Clique, a marketing and events company that worked with a variety of clients in restaurants, nightlife, and hotels in New York, Las Vegas, and Miami. Prominent names in the entertainment industry have attended his events.
Arif Anis
Renowned psychologist, self-help author, and global speaker born in Pakistan. King Charles III awarded him the royal honors of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) in June 2023.
He founded the World Congress of Overseas Pakistanis, where he has organized significant initiatives such as Integration Dinners and the Leaders of Tomorrow Congress, attracting prominent world leaders and promoting community integration. He became a Freeman of the City of London in April 2022 in recognition of his work during the pandemic. Voted ‘Brain of the Year 2020’ by Tony Buzan’s Brain Trust, he received the Points of Light award from British Prime Minister Boris Johnson for his One Million Meals campaign, supported by internationally renowned British footballer David Beckham.
Wendy Starland
Founder of Give Back Entertainment (GBE), she has created an environment where artists can thrive with the support of tools and strategic partnerships. GBE partnered with fashion brands Pink Pump and P2 to raise funds and awareness for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which fulfills the wishes of critically ill children, through a fashion show where two Make-A-Wish children walked the runway to fulfill their dreams.
A percentage of the proceeds from all Starland’s CDs sold at Pink Pump and P2 stores were donated to the Make- A-Wish Foundation. Starland also performed at the Cannes Film Festival at Cinemoi Network’s charity event benefiting Children Uniting Nations.
Dawn Miller
Entrepreneur and businesswoman with over 20 years of experience in communications and marketing. Received a Bachelor’s Degree with Honors in public relations and marketing. She founded Miller PR in 2008, an agency that has grown exponentially and works with clients worldwide, with teams in the USA, Europe, and Asia. Under her leadership, the agency has won 18 awards for the creativity and success of its campaigns.
She has also advised CEOs and high-profile business leaders and worked with major corporations such as Microsoft, Sony Music, Sony Playstation, Sony Digital, Warner Digital, Universal Music Group, Empire, Island Def Jam, Armada Records, Spinnin’ Record, and others.
Siena Oberman
She is the founder of Artemis Pictures, a filmmaker-driven, female-run production company. She was named in Variety’s Top 10 Producers to Watch in 2021, and in Diversity in Cannes’ Top 10 Female Filmmakers to Watch in 2019. She focuses on stylistically bold independent films and female-driven stories. Her films have premiered at TIFF, Berlinale, Tribeca, Telluride, and Venice. They have been acquired by companies such as A24, IFC, Screen Media, Universal, Lionsgate, Hulu, and eOne. Before Artemis, Siena worked as a Development Executive at Yale Productions.
Anna Rothschild
She has consistently maintained a prominent position for her clients in the media landscape, leveraging her extensive and cultivated network spanning the entertainment, celebrity, fashion, technology, sports, and hospitality industries. Anna Rothschild is the founder of A. Rothschild PR, a global public relations agency based in New York City, focused on integrated and strategic communications, public relations strategies, entertainment, celebrity representation, influencer seeding, experiential activations, brand partnerships, crisis management, and media relations.
Marina Testino
Peruvian environmental activist, creative director, and entrepreneur, linked to the Spanish fashion industry. She founded Point Off View in 2017, a microagency that creates capsule collections with collaborating artists and promotes responsible consumption and sustainable production, working with clients such as Chanel, Coach, and Carolina Herrera.
She uses fashion as a platform to induce positive changes, arguing that each new garment made of synthetic fibers contributes to the environmental crisis. Her activism includes campaigns focused on reducing plastic consumption and promoting sustainable fashion. Additionally, she collaborates with brands like Levi’s to develop sustainable projects, combining fashion and environmental commitment.
Fernando Anzures
He worked for 18 years in the corporate world in commercial, operational, marketing, and general management areas at companies like Red Bull, Philip Morris, and The Coca-Cola Company. Six years ago, he founded Liquid Thinking Group, a holding company with 5 business units focused on training, continuous improvement, and marketing.
His companies include EXMA, the largest marketing platform in LATAM, EXMA Magazine, Editorial Liquid Thinking, Liquid Consulting, and Talk WOM, with a presence in several Latin American countries.
Elza Carneiro
She is a law graduate who has dedicated many years to studying and promoting interdisciplinary projects for children and adolescents in vulnerable situations, particularly within hospital environments. Her family owns the Little Prince Hospital located in Brazil, which is the largest research hospital in Latin America dedicated to finding a cure for childhood cancer. She has led and participated in numerous initiatives aimed at improving the lives of young people, including projects that promote telemedicine to remote communities in Brazil.
Within the largest pediatric hospital in South America, she has been involved in various projects ranging from improving food quality to expanding access to essential rights beyond healthcare assistance, such as education and culture initiatives.
Artem Shestakov
He is a distinguished figure in the world of landscape and nature photography. His work has instilled in him a deep understanding and respect for nature, fueling his passion for environmental protection. His remarkable work has received recognition from the most prestigious photography organizations worldwide, including the Royal Photographic Society, Professional Photographers of America, and the National Press Photographers Association, among others.
In the cinematic field, Artem has created “The Perfect Shot: Antarctica,” an environmental short film that showcases the stunning and pristine landscapes of Antarctica and highlights the urgent need to protect this untouched nature.
Andrew Balogh
Grammy® Award winning music producer, film composer, and multi- instrumentalist. As a saxophonist and pianist, Balogh has performed in over 37 countries with a variety of artists, most notably, Lady Gaga, Mary J. Blige, Jerry Cantrell, Michael Bublé and Sublime with Rome.
In the music production space, Balogh has worked with recording artists Mariah Carey, Beyonce Knowles, Jay Z, Ariana Grande, Taylor Eigsti, and Sabrina Carpenter (to name a few), collectively selling over 40 million records worldwide and as a composer has scored music for films such as “Dirty Grandpa” starring Robert De Niro and Zac Efron, and “Tallulah” featuring Elliot Page. In 2021 Balogh launched “Balogh Management,” a Los Angeles-based multifaceted entertainment entity specializing in music and multimedia production, artist management, content development and brand partnerships.
Youth Council
Eve Kanyo
Eve Kanyo is known for Cry of Silence (2024), The Sanctuary (2019) and The Novice (2021).
Alexander Watson
Alex is a former model and actor. Together with her sister Emma Watson started a gin company called Renais (which means “rebirth” in French.) The gin is described as “distilled from upcycling French wine-pressed grapes.
Media Council
Pierre Subeh
Syrian immigrant entrepreneur, writer and business expert Pierre Subeh is the founder and CEO of X Network, his SEO marketing firm that has worked with clients like Apple Music, Haagen-Dazs and Pepsi. The company exceeded $500,000 in revenue last year and surpassed $1 million in revenue in 2021.
He has been featured for his business expertise on Forbes, Influencive, Flaunt Magazine, NTD News, and SkyTV. He was also inaugurated as the youngest member of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Leadership Network and now contributes to the magazine as an industry leader, his third published story went viral online.
Diplomatic Board
Juan Arango Millan
As a Delegate at the United Nations and the AFS Youth Assembly, he has honed his skills in diplomacy and international relations, actively participating in high-level discussions and empowering youth voices on the global stage.
He is the President of the International Academy of Kindness in the Americas, an organization that has installed more than 120 monuments in more than 40 countries with the mission of establishing peace, kindness, and relations with Russia, has been working with artist and founder, Gregory Potosky to make this happen.
Washington Quinchuela
Washington has a strong background in international political science and communications, as well as extensive experience in senior government positions and international organizations.
He was vice-president of the board of directors of the International Youth Organization (OIJ) and is currently Ecuador’s diplomatic delegate to the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) on youth issues.
Howar Glicken
Howard M. Glicken is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of The Americas Group, a consulting/merchant-banking firm focused solely on Latin America, Mexico and the Caribbean. He has over 35 years of business and political experience in Latin America.
Throughout his career, Mr. Glicken has played a significant private sector role as a good will ambassador to Latin America. He has lectured and written extensively on issues affecting the region. In recent years he has served as a private sector advisor to the Clinton Administration on Latin American affairs and as a member of the private sector advisory group to the Inter-American Development Bank.
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