The heartbeat of football in Monterrey: a region united by passion and opportunity

Pabellón M, Monterrey – 9th & 10th June 2025

World Football Summit Monterrey is a premier event in America, bringing together football industry leaders to shape the future of the sport.

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It’s time to equalize the potential of the industry in the region to the passion for football it holds.

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Confirmed speakers at WFS Monterrey 2025

Grace

Ahrens

Executive Director – Women in Soccer

Grace

Ahrens

Grace Ahrens is the Executive Director of Women in Soccer, an organization committed to creating opportunities for women and people with underrepresented gender identities who work (or want to work) in soccer. Growing up in Mexico and with over 10 years of experience in workforce development, branding and media, she brings a deep understanding of diversity and expertise in driving inclusive solutions.

Víctor

Alvarado

CEO/Founder- Spiel Consulting

Víctor

Alvarado

Mexican-born sports marketing strategist in Berlin. 25+ years connecting fans, brands, and football via digital innovation & strategy. Led “Mi Selección MX” digital growth (2014/2018 World Cups). At [current company in Germany] & Spiel Consulting, helping clubs/leagues engage fans, activate sponsors, and grow with data & creativity. Collaborated with Adidas, Coca-Cola, Movistar, Visa, FC Bayern. Leaders Under 40 nominee (Digital & Tech).

Mikel

Arriola

Executive President – LigaMX

Mikel

Arriola

Mikel Arriola, born in Mexico City, holds a Law Degree from Universidad Anahuac del Norte, a master’s in Public Policy from LSE, and a master’s in Law from the University of Chicago, which awarded him the Professional Merit Award in 2017. His public sector career began in 2002 as Litigation Coordinator for Banrural. He served in various roles, including Compliance Officer at Rural Financial, and held several positions in the Finance Ministry (SHCP).

Mauricio

Culebro

President – TIGRES UANL

Mauricio

Culebro

With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the sports and entertainment industry, Mauricio Culebro is the President of CLUB TIGRES DE LA UANL. Before joining Tigres he was the Chief Operating Officer for the MEXICAN FOOTBALL FEDERATION and Mexico´s leader for the organization of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to take place in the United States, Canada and México. He was the President of CLUB DE FÚTBOL AMÉRICA from 2017 till 2019 where he also held different managerial positions for several years.

Alejandro

Hütt

Host City Manager FIFA Monterrey – FWC26 Monterrey

Alejandro

Hütt

Experienced professional specialized in sports spectacles industry.

Olek

Loewenstein

Global President of Sports – TelevisaUnivision

Olek

Loewenstein

Olek Loewenstein is President of Global Sports Business at TelevisaUnivision, overseeing all sports content operations in the U.S. and Mexico. He leads TUDN’s bi-national production hub, delivering over 4,000 hours of studio shows, 6,000 hours of live TV events, and 4,500+ streaming hours on ViX annually. Under his leadership, TelevisaUnivision holds the largest live soccer portfolio, featuring Liga MX, the Mexican national team, FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and more.

Jurgen

Mainka

Chief Tournament Officer, Mexico – FWC2026

Jurgen

Mainka

Jurgen currently serves as the Chief Tournament Officer, Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2026™, where he leads the tournament’s strategy and planning for the Host Country and its three Host Cities of Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Mexico City. Jurgen is part of FIFA’s Executive Team across Canada, Mexico and the United States that is charged with delivering the biggest FIFA World Cup™ ever in 2026.

Iñigo

Riestra

Secretary General / CLO -FMF

Iñigo

Riestra

Iñigo holds a Law degree from Universidad Anáhuac and master’s degrees in Corporate Law (Universidad Panamericana) and International Sports Law and Management (ISDE, Madrid). He worked nearly 10 years as a corporate lawyer, focusing on contracts, debt placements, and regulatory compliance. He joined FMF in 2013 as Manager of International Affairs and became Director in 2015, representing FMF before FIFA, CONCACAF, and the Court of Arbitration for Sport.