USFTI Board of Advisors
The USFTI Board of Advisors is comprised of highly accomplished business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts from around the world. Their diverse experiences and perspectives provide invaluable insight and guidance, ensuring that USFTI remains at the forefront of global trade and investment. With their unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, our Board of Advisors plays a vital role in shaping USFTI's strategic vision and driving its continued success.
USFTI President & CEO
Dr. George Alessandri II
The “United States Foreign Trade Institute”, created with the purpose of promoting international trade and investment, has nominated Mr. George Alessandri II, a well-known international consultant and an expert in the international bi-lateral trade and investment, as President & C.E.O.
USFTI Director & Head of
Expansion Program Division
Mr. Daniel Santos Cori
Distinguished executive Daniel Santos brings 25+ years of experience in Telecom & Tech. He leads USFTI's Nearshoring Business Expansion Program, combining Business Intelligence, operation, and funding. Winner of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2012, Daniel helps companies enter new markets thru planning, strategy and execution.
International Education Division &
UAE Regional Director
Dr. John Sachtouras
Dr. John Sachtouras: Visionary entrepreneur, influential marketing strategist, and empowering leader with over 40 years of exceptional achievements. Guided multi-million dollar businesses, orchestrated corporate transformations, and delivered remarkable results worldwide. A catalyst for success, inspiring individuals and organizations to reach their highest potential.
Director of Corporate Intelligence & Counter Espionage Division
Mr. Vicente F. Alamo
CEO and founder of Security Analysis Intelligence (SAI Group) and Intel Key, non-governmental security organizations. Expert in intelligence analysis, investigations, and security. Skilled in assessing threats, analyzing patterns, and applying advanced analytic skills. Deep understanding of critical security situations. Over 9 years of experience in all-source intelligence analysis and knowledge of various hardware, software, and ethical hacking techniques.
Director of New Business Development for
the European Community
Mr. Fernando Mesa Nogales
For several years, he was the Expansion Director for one of the most important real estate developers in Europe. He has developed his career in promoting European companies in the US and Latin America. Highlighting international business development, outsourcing, export, and financing for companies. Strongly linked to institutional relations. MBA in Business Management and Marketing. Master in International Trade and has to his credit different awards related to his business work.
VP - Global Cybersecurity & AI Network
Dr. Miguel Angel Moreno
Dr. Miguel Ángel Moreno Ph.D. has 25+ years of experience in strategic planning, technology, and leading large corporations in education, banking, social insurance, housing, and healthcare. He's a renowned international seminar organizer and lecturer, having trained 100,000+ global leaders.
Director of Finance, Global Banking & Commodities
Mr. Xavier Descheemaecker
With a distinguished career in various global finance centers, Mr. Descheemaecker has been an integral part of the private banking sector for more than 17 years. During this tenure, he has held prestigious positions, including Vice President, Partner, and Associate in Switzerland (Geneva, Zurich), Vice President of Fuchs and Associates, the biggest family office in Luxembourg, and as a Private Banker in the Middle East (Bahrain and Gulf Region).
Director of International Relations for the European Community
Dr. Cristina Di Silvio
Accomplished event organizer and influential speaker, renowned for orchestrating impactful conferences and promoting social causes. Recognized with prestigious honors and awards for her unwavering commitment to justice and international relations. A dedicated advocate for women's empowerment and a catalyst for positive change.
Director of Global Investment Capital
Mr. Eric Jonsson
Chief Executive Officer of OSN Capital, where he leads the firm’s strategic vision and oversees high-level investment initiatives across global markets. With extensive experience in private capital sourcing and financial structuring, he specializes in securing growth capital for high-impact ventures and institutional projects. His leadership combines deep financial expertise with a strong network of investors, positioning him as a key figure in international capital development.
Communication Advisor & Government Liaison
Mr. Dave D. Wallace II
Dave is a passionate leader focused on enterprise, public policy, and community development. With 30+ years of business ownership, he understands the challenges and rewards of free enterprise. He actively engages in governmental affairs, building strong relationships with key leaders. Dave's expertise has been featured on television and in publications like The Epoch Times. As a nominee for U.S. Congress, he cultivates relationships with business, academia, and government to drive positive change.
Executive Director
Ms. Marisella P. Patarino
With 35+ years of experience in business and technology, she was the former Executive Director for the Italian Chamber of Commerce. Since 1995, she has played a vital role in the Institute's operations, overseeing day-to-day activities and effectively managing complex situations. Her expertise enables her to prioritize and manage requests from 44 countries, while ensuring transparency and efficient operations.
UNITED STATES FOREIGN TRADE INSTITUTE
BOARD OF ADVISORS
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
George Alessandri II
President & C.E.O.
Eric A. Vanderbilt
Vice President
Stephen T. McAllister
Vice President of Foreign Affairs
David Arbucias
Vice President of Education
Peter Bland
Director of Foreign Affairs
Ann M. Mitchell
Secretary
Fernando Alessandri
Vice President of Arts & Culture
Marisella Patarino
Executive Director
BOARD OF ADVISORS
Franklin T. O'Neal
President Intl. Division
U.S. Energy Group LLC
Leslie Lloyd Spencer
Chairman
Spencer Air Technology Corp
Jennifer A Blackfield
Director
Stanley Routers Consulting LLC.
Jean Paul P Beauvais
Directeur General
LaFarne-Laroche Limited
Carlos Andres Porsilla-Velez
Vice President / Latin America
Grupo Integral Markaans S.A.
Christopher Boyhand
President & C.E.O.
Global Marketing LLC.
U.S. REGIONAL DIRECTORS AND ADVISORS:
NEW YORK
ARIZONA
NEVADA
Mario E. Rojas Prado
Regional Director
President
Arizona Financial Group
Phoenix
Jack Eisenkait
Regional Director
President
All Star Marketing, LLC.
New York City
Carl Eugene Lamark
Regional Director
Partner
Lamark, Sigfried, Travis & Davis, LLC
Las Vegas
TEXAS
PUERTO RICO
ILLINOIS
Phil Kleas
Regional Director
President
Kleas Financial Resources
Austin
Daniel Thomas Diaz Medina
Regional Director
General Manager
Patteson-Smith of Puerto Rico
San Juan
Bert G. Adams
Regional Director
Vice President Intl. Dept.
Grace & Lewis Ltd.
Chicago
FLORIDA
Daniel Santos Cori
Director
International Subsidiary Expansion Program Division
Miami
Anthony Pelaez
Director
International Business Development
Miami
J. Raymond Molina
International Governmental Affairs Liaison
Miami
Israel Salabarria
Senior International Advisor
Miami
Jose Luis Rivas
International Advisor
Miami
Daniel Contreras
International Advisor
Miami
Steven R. Belrose
Regional Director
St. Augustine
Jose Luis Fulgueira
International Real Estate Advisor
Miami
Enrico Trevisanato
International Advisor for New Business Development
Miami Beach
Juan Jose Betancourt
International Advisor
Banking and Finance Division
Coral Gables
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Miguel Angel Moreno
Vice President
Global Cybersecurity &
Advanced Artificial Intelligence Network Division
Washington D.C.