leadership
& institutional governance
MARCUS MAYER
Chair
MARCUS MAYER
Chair + CEO
Marcus serves as Chair and CEO of WEF Global, leading its strategic vision and institutional architecture from the Headquarters in Geneva. He oversees the organization’s international development and global partnerships, including its engagement across Africa and the Americas, with a focus on education, sustainable development, institutional cooperation, and long-term multilateral impact.
andré soranz
COO
ANDRÉ SORANZ
Vice Chair + COO
André serves as Vice Chair and Chief Operating Officer of WEF Global, directing operational strategy and institutional implementation. Based between New York and São Paulo, he leads the organization’s structural development in the Americas and coordinates strategic relations with partner institutions, funding stakeholders, and the emerging WEF USA Hub.
SOUAD EL MOURABITI
Global Director
SOUAD EL MOURABITI
Second Vice Chair + Global Director
Souad is based at the Headquarters in Geneva, working closely with the Chair on internal administration and institutional affairs. She liaises with Swiss governmental and institutional bodies and contributes to the economic and financial development of WEF Global and its Global Architecture, supporting its long-term institutional consolidation.
THAÏS MUNIKY ARAUJO
Executive Director
THAÏS MUNIKY ARAUJO
Executive Director
Thaïs serves as Executive Director of WEF Global, supporting the integration of its Headquarters in Geneva with its national Hubs and international operations. Based in Barcelona, Spain, she contributes to the development of organizational frameworks and integration programs that strengthen cooperation across the Global Architecture, connecting teams, initiatives, and institutional priorities across regions.
AMIRA LOUAIL
CSMO
AMIRA LOUAIL
CSMO
Amira serves as Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer (CSMO) of WEF Global, leading the development of its strategic framework, institutional positioning, and global communication. Based between Brazil and France, she oversees the organization’s marketing and outreach strategy, contributing to the alignment of long-term vision, international expansion, and a coherent institutional presence across the Global Architecture.
ALINE HANNA MOUSSA
CCO
ALINE HANNA MOUSSA
CCO
Aline serves as Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) of WEF Global, supporting governance, transparency, ethics, and institutional compliance across the organization. She also contributes to the development of cultural integration initiatives and international programs, bringing together compliance principles, cultural cooperation, and practical project development within the Global Architecture.
FERNANDO PINHEIRO
Director of Environmental Sustainability
FERNANDO PINHEIRO
Director of Environmental Sustainability
Fernando serves as Director of Environmental Sustainability at WEF Brasil, contributing to the development of programs and strategic initiatives for WEF Global. His work focuses on environmental sustainability and responsible development, supporting program planning and institutional alignment while integrating ecological considerations across the organization’s activities and international initiatives.
EUGÊNIO KIRE
Cultural Director
EUGÊNIO KIRE
Cultural Director
Eugênio serves as Cultural Director at WEF Brasil, contributing to the development of cultural programs and initiatives for WEF Global. He works to promote cultural exchange and international integration through education, the arts, and cultural cooperation, supporting initiatives that connect people, traditions, and creative expressions across the organization’s Global Architecture.
CLAYTON LOPES
Director of Sports & Physical Development
CLAYTON LOPES
Director of Sports & Physical Development
Clayton serves as Director of Sports & Physical Development at WEF Brasil, supporting sports initiatives and programs for WEF Global. His work contributes to program coordination and community engagement, promoting sport as a means of physical development, discipline, inclusion, and social participation, while supporting the organization’s international approach to sports and human development.
GISLEINE GANDOLFI
External Legal Counsel
GISLEINE GANDOLFI
External Legal Counsel
Gisleine serves as External Legal Counsel to WEF Brasil, providing legal guidance and supporting institutional compliance. She advises on regulatory matters and contributes to the organization’s structural development within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks, supporting the integrity and sound governance of its activities.
RENATA ARRIAGA CARRIÇO
External Financial Advisor
RENATA ARRIAGA CARRIÇO
External Financial Advisor
Renata serves as External Financial Advisor to WEF Brasil/Global, supporting financial oversight and regulatory compliance. She contributes to the organization’s fiscal planning and accounting structure, ensuring responsible and transparent financial management.
MARLI ROMÃO
Director of Institutional Relations & Events
MARLI ROMÃO
Director of Institutional Relations & Events
Marli serves as Director of Institutional Relations & Events at WEF Brasil, supporting WEF Global through institutional networking, event coordination, and engagement with government, corporate, and community stakeholders. She supports the organization’s leadership in establishing and maintaining strategic contacts, coordinating meetings and institutional engagements, and organizing events that strengthen its visibility and relationships across sectors.
SOPHIE BEAUMONT
Presidential Staff Officer
SOPHIE BEAUMONT
Presidential Staff Officer
Sofy serves as Presidential Staff Officer at WEF Global, supporting the Office of the Chair in strategic coordination and institutional development. She contributes to organizational planning and assists in maintaining alignment between leadership priorities and operational execution.
stephanie rodríguez
Social Media Manager
STEPHANIE RODRÍGUEZ
Social Media Manager
Stephanie serves as Social Media Manager for WEF Global, overseeing its digital presence and the development of social media content. She supports strategic communication initiatives and helps maintain consistency across the organization’s digital channels, contributing to a coherent and recognizable institutional presence.
Jennifer fernandez
Administrative Assistant
JENNIFER FERNANDEZ
Administrative Assistant (Designate)
Jennifer serves as Administrative Assistant (Designate) to WEF Global, supporting administrative coordination and organizational processes. She assists the leadership and program teams in maintaining operational efficiency, administrative continuity, and the effective organization of activities across the Global Architecture.
amina mwangi
Representative · Geneva
AMINA MWANGI
Resident Representative (Designate) – Nairobi
Amina serves as Resident Representative (Designate) of WEF Global in Nairobi, supporting the organization’s regional engagement across East Africa. She contributes to relationships with local and international stakeholders and helps strengthen WEF Global’s institutional presence and medium-term development across the region.
décio amaral
Representative · New York
DÉCIO AMARAL
Resident Representative (Designate) – New York
Décio serves as Resident Representative (Designate) of WEF Global in New York, supporting institutional dialogue and strategic engagement in the United States. He contributes to relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders, supporting the development of WEF Global’s presence in the United States and its wider international network.
Adam seifert
Representative · USA
ADAM SEIFFERT
Resident Representative (Designate) – WEF USA
Adam serves as Resident Representative (Designate) of WEF Global in Delaware, supporting institutional dialogue and strategic engagement in the United States. He contributes to relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders, supporting the development of WEF Global’s presence in the United States and its wider international network.
TO BE APPOINTED
Programs & Development Advisor
[TO BE APPOINTED]
Programs & Development Advisor
The Programs & Development Advisor will support WEF Global in the development, structuring, and continuous improvement of its programs and initiatives. The role will contribute to identifying opportunities, strengthening program frameworks, and aligning projects with the organization’s strategic objectives and long-term institutional development.
to be appointed
CGPO
[TO BE APPOINTED]
Chief Global Programs Officer (CGPO)
The Chief Global Programs Officer (CGPO) will lead the development and coordination of WEF Global’s international programs and initiatives. The role will oversee program strategy, integration, and implementation across the Global Architecture, ensuring coherence between the organization’s mission, global priorities, and activities developed through its national Hubs.
TO BE APPOINTED
Chief Communications & External Relations
[TO BE APPOINTED]
Chief Communications & External Relations Officer
The Chief Communications & External Relations Officer will lead WEF Global’s institutional communications and external engagement. The role will coordinate strategic communication, public positioning, media and stakeholder relations, and international outreach, strengthening the organization’s visibility, credibility, and institutional connections across the Global Architecture.