Board

Winners of the World Future Awards are carefully selected by an honorary panel of experts including recognized industry experts.

The board members will evaluate each competitor based on a large number of aspects depending on the category. The list of criteria for evaluating the nominees in each category is designed to provide a comprehensive and objective assessment and to select the best of the best with the utmost rigor.

World Future Awards nominees are selected and evaluated by a board of experts, who review entries in all award categories. The Board includes professionals with a variety of backgrounds and expertise, enabling them to cover a wide range of categories from different fields.

Tonia Maneta

Chief Marketing Officer at Bizzdesign, Best Tech CMOs in Europe

Tonia Maneta

Chief Marketing Officer at Bizzdesign, Best Tech CMOs in Europe

Lydia Teryoshina

An Azure expert at Microsoft, driving growth and innovation in central Europe

SR. GTM Lead for Azure Digital and APP Innovation

Lydia Teryoshina

An Azure expert at Microsoft, driving growth and innovation in central Europe

SR. GTM Lead for Azure Digital and APP Innovation

Pigalle Tavakkoli

Award-winning Experience Design Strategist, Keynote, Team Trainer and Educator on the art and science of designing emotionally charged, unforgettable customer experiences, to inspire passion and long-term impact.

Pigalle Tavakkoli

Award-winning Experience Design Strategist, Keynote, Team Trainer and Educator on the art and science of designing emotionally charged, unforgettable customer experiences, to inspire passion and long-term impact.

Dr.Jasmin B Gupta

Founder of Meit Money, Mentor of India FinTech Forum, Public Speaker of TED Conference,United Nations UN Women, Top75 Leader, Top20 Visionary Digital Leader, Ex- HDFC, Kotak, Top20 Google for Startups

Dr.Jasmin B Gupta

Founder of Meit Money, Mentor of India FinTech Forum, Public Speaker of TED Conference,United Nations UN Women, Top75 Leader, Top20 Visionary Digital Leader, Ex- HDFC, Kotak, Top20 Google for Startups

Stephen Thorpey

Helping StartUp & F500 Brands Slay Web3 & the Metaverse; Co-Founder + Advisor; Canva Expert; Pitch Deck Doctor; Global Partnership Closer; Brand Strategy Innovator; Women in Web3 Advocate; Ex: CBS Digital

Stephen Thorpey

Helping StartUp & F500 Brands Slay Web3 & the Metaverse; Co-Founder + Advisor; Canva Expert; Pitch Deck Doctor; Global Partnership Closer; Brand Strategy Innovator; Women in Web3 Advocate; Ex: CBS Digital

Edward Frank Morris

LinkedIn Top Voice for Prompt Engineering and Generative AI | As seen on Forbes, Yahoo News and Yahoo Finance | Founder, Director

Edward Frank Morris

LinkedIn Top Voice for Prompt Engineering and Generative AI | As seen on Forbes, Yahoo News and Yahoo Finance | Founder, Director

Jay Koh

NFT; Web3 Advisor; Growth Marketing; Community building; Founding Vice President at Association for Blockchain Asia (ABA) #Web3 Matters – Book Author

Jay Koh

NFT; Web3 Advisor; Growth Marketing; Community building; Founding Vice President at Association for Blockchain Asia (ABA) #Web3 Matters – Book Author

Daniel C. Aitken

Multiple award-winning marketing leader and CEO of The Innovar Group, a Mexico-based international firm specializing in marketing, communications, and investor relations for the technology industry.

Daniel C. Aitken

Multiple award-winning marketing leader and CEO of The Innovar Group, a Mexico-based international firm specializing in marketing, communications, and investor relations for the technology industry.

Multiple award-winning marketing leader and CEO of The Innovar Group, a Mexico-based international firm specializing in marketing, communications, and investor relations for the technology industry.

Dora Hrkac

Head of Marketing & Communications I Forbes Communications Council – Official Member I Gold STEVIE® AWARD winner for The Most Innovative Communications Professional in MENA

Dora Hrkac

Head of Marketing & Communications I Forbes Communications Council – Official Member I Gold STEVIE® AWARD winner for The Most Innovative Communications Professional in MENA

Luis A. Perez Ettedgui (LAPE)

Head of Marketing Communications at Nissan Mexicana, Winning the prestigious Effie award six times and the Best Brand Experience of 2021 Live Award. Led the Launch of the 1ST EV passenger vehicle in LATAM Customer experience, Connected card and Electrification.

Luis A. Perez Ettedgui (LAPE)

Head of Marketing Communications at Nissan Mexicana, Winning the prestigious Effie award six times and the Best Brand Experience of 2021 Live Award. Led the Launch of the 1ST EV passenger vehicle in LATAM Customer experience, Connected card and Electrification.

Kristoff D’oria di Cirie

Creative Director, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Insogni Studio

Kristoff D’oria di Cirie

Creative Director, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Insogni Studio

Creative Director, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Insogni Studio

Wan Wei

Founder of IKIGUIDE Metaverse Collective (IMC), co-founder of the dWeb Southeast Asian node and Metaverse for All: Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Movement

Wan Wei

Founder of IKIGUIDE Metaverse Collective (IMC), co-founder of the dWeb Southeast Asian node and Metaverse for All: Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Movement

Hala Faissal

PhD, Head of Economics Department; Blockchain; Web3; DeFI; Gaming; Crypto; NFTs; Metaverse; Futurist

Hala Faissal

PhD, Head of Economics Department; Blockchain; Web3; DeFI; Gaming; Crypto; NFTs; Metaverse; Futurist

Join Us in Shaping the Future: Board Member Positions Open for 2025

We extend a warm invitation to individuals who are passionate about shaping the future to apply for the esteemed position of Board member in 2025. As a Board member, you will play a pivotal role in influencing strategic decisions, contributing to the organization’s growth, and making a lasting impact. We seek dedicated individuals with diverse perspectives and expertise to join our dynamic team. If you are committed to driving positive change and have a desire to be part of a forward-thinking leadership group, we encourage you to submit your application and become a key player in shaping our collective future. Your unique skills and vision are crucial to our continued success, and we look forward to welcoming new members to our esteemed Board.

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Testimonials

I have been a Board Member of the World Future Awards since 2023, and what continues to stand out is the way the team approaches innovation and technology with real intent.

WFA has a strong editorial and design sensibility and a clear understanding of how to position startups, tech companies, and future-facing solutions at the forefront of the media conversation in a credible and intelligent way. The interviews, visual language, and overall presentation are thoughtfully executed and aligned with the pace and expectations of the tech and AI ecosystem.

It is genuinely a pleasure to collaborate with a team that values substance, design, and forward-thinking narratives, and I am delighted to be part of a platform that gives innovation the visibility it deserves.

Dora Hrkac
Head of Marketing & Communications | Corporate Comms, PR & Brand Strategy | Sustainability (ESG) | Gold Stevie® Award Winner | Forbes Communications Council


| WFA Board Member

Serving on the board of the World Future Awards over the past years has been deeply rewarding.  The organization champions innovation, sustainability and ethical leadership. The WFA supports global businesses’ credible recognition, driving trust, visibility, and long-term value by aligning commercial success with meaningful, future-focused impact.

Daniel C. Aitken 🌿
Managing Director and CEO of The Innovar Group – Board Member: World Future Awards & Board Chairman of Mazatlan Limpio y Azul


Collaborating with World Future Awards has been a truly meaningful experience. The organization plays a vital role in spotlighting innovations that are not only technologically advanced, but also purpose-driven and globally impactful.
What stands out most is the clarity of your mission and the integrity of your evaluation process — bringing together visionary projects, forward-thinking leaders, and real-world solutions that address the challenges of our time. World Future Awards doesn’t just recognize excellence; it creates a platform that connects innovation with responsibility, and ideas with action.
It has been inspiring to work alongside a team so committed to shaping a more sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready world.

Jay Koh
Insight Genesis (IGAI) – Founder, Kryptoia – Advisory Founder, Asia Web3 Ai Association (AWAA) – Founding Vice President, Singapore Blockchain Club – Founder, WFA Board Member

Working with the World Future Awards offers a close look at what’s coming next. This organization is a great platform for finding and promoting the innovative ideas that will shape the future. I feel honored to help support a mission that effectively highlights the visionaries who are creating tomorrow.

Luis A. Perez Ettedgui (LAPE)
Head of Marketing Communications at Nissan Mexicana, six times Effie award winner, Best Brand Experience of 2021 Live Award, WFA Board Member.

As part of a large organization like Microsoft, I understand the importance of recognizing impact and celebrating the proud moments and achievements of people, processes, and projects. World Future Awards is doing an excellent job in this space, consistently going above and beyond to highlight diverse companies and promote groundbreaking accomplishments. Their dedication to showcasing both individual and organizational success is truly valuable. I am happy to contribute my ideas as part of the Board of Experts and support this meaningful work.

Lydia Teryoshina
An Azure expert at Microsoft, driving growth and innovation in central Europe SR. GTM Lead for Azure Digital and APP Innovation, WFA Board Member.

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