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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New confirmed speakers at WFS Monterrey 2025

New 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.

Mikel

Arriola

Commissioner – FMF

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.

Isabella

Echeverri

Board Member – Common Goal USA

Isabella

Echeverri

Former pro footballer, Olympic athlete & FIFA legend turned Telemundo broadcaster, investor & speaker. I break stereotypes in media, amplify women’s stories in sports, and advocate for visibility & equity. I share leadership & resilience lessons from competing globally. As an investor, I back athlete ownership. I co-founded Somos Equidad and serve on Common Goal USA’s board to drive gender equity & social impact in LATAM and beyond.

Alejandro

Hütt

Host City Manager FIFA Monterrey – FWC26 Monterrey

Alejandro

Hütt

Alejandro Hütt is Host City Manager for Monterrey, a FIFA World Cup 26™ venue. With 20+ years in sports, he has led key roles at Monarcas Morelia, FC Juárez, and the Mexican Baseball League. Known for building strategic partnerships, fan engagement platforms, and major sponsorship deals, he has also consulted for CONADE on sports-education projects. His expertise spans brand development and social impact in sports.

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.

Davor

Šuker

Soccer Hall of Fame

Davor

Šuker

Davor Šuker, born in 1968 in Osijek, Croatia, is a legendary striker and Croatia’s all-time top scorer with 45 goals in 68 matches. He starred at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Boot and leading Croatia to third place. At club level, he played for NK Osijek, Dinamo Zagreb, Sevilla, Real Madrid, Arsenal, West Ham, and 1860 Munich, scoring 203 goals in 448 appearances. He later served as president of the Croatian FA (2012–2021) and was named to the FIFA 100 by Pelé.

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WFS Monterrey 2025

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