Press Releases
Former U.S. Congressman Steven Charles Watkins Jr. Joins United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
February 26, 2025
Steven Charles Watkins Jr. is a former military officer and served as the U.S.
representative for Kansas's 2nd congressional district. Watkins helped to oversee
approximately $3.2 billion in contracts while expanding operations from the U.S. to the
Middle East and Central/East Asia, with a focus on minimizing fraud, waste, and abuse.
As CEO of Huxley Rock LLC, he continues to drive impactful change in policy and
strategy.
Former Prime Minister of Iceland Geir Haarde Joins United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
February 17, 2025
Geir Haarde is the first minister in Icelandic political history to have held all three major
ministerial positions, Prime Minister (2006-2009), Minister of Finance (1998-2005), and
Minister of Foreign Affairs (2005-2006). He has served as the Ambassador of Iceland to
The United States and several Latin American countries.
U.S. Ambassador (Ret.) Ned Siegel Joins United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
February 7, 2025
Ambassador Ned L. Siegel's business career encompasses over 40 years of
entrepreneurial experience as a developer, owner and manager of vast and diverse
holdings in residential and commercial real estate, witnessing first-hand both the best
and worst of economic times.
Chairman of President Trump’s Environmental Task Force Edward Russo Joins United World Leaders
February 3, 2025
Edward Russo will chair President Trump’s environmental advisory task force.
Russo served as an environmental consultant for President Trump for many
years. He and his business partner were nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize
for using atmospheric water technology to create clean, healthy drinking water
from the air.
Former President of the Dominican Republic Joins the Board of United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
January 29, 2025
Leonel Fernández is a prominent Dominican politician, lawyer, and academic who
served as President of the Dominican Republic for three non-consecutive terms.
Consul of Nigeria Joins United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
December 2, 2024
H.E. Ambassador Jidda is a highly accomplished and result-oriented diplomat with over
two decades of experience in diplomacy, international relations and foreign affairs within
the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria. He is sought-after for his expertise in
representing Nigeria at various global forums, such as the United Nations General
Assembly, African Union Summits, and other significant conferences on economic,
environmental and agricultural issues.
Former President of the United Nations General Assembly Miroslav Lajčák Joins United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
November 12, 2024
Mr. Lajčák has served in various key roles, including as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of
Slovakia, country’s Deputy Prime Minister and as the High Representative for Bosnia and
Herzegovina. Mr. Lajčák's diplomatic career has been marked by his involvement in crucial
peace negotiations and his commitment to promoting stability and cooperation in the
Balkans and beyond.
Former Prime Minister of Belgium Joins the Board of United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
November 1, 2024
Mr. Leterme served as the Prime Minister of Belgium twice during a
challenging political period marked by coalition negotiations and regional
tensions. Mr. Leterme's political career also includes serving as the Minister of
Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Development Cooperation. He is
recognized for his efforts in promoting federalism in Belgium and his
involvement in international diplomacy. Mr. Leterme brings a wealth of
experience and will contribute to the leadership of the Organization.
Former President of Bulgaria Joins the Board of United World Leaders: Lives Amplified
October 25, 2024
Before entering politics, President Plevneliev was a successful entrepreneur focused on
fostering innovation and technology-driven growth in Bulgaria. His tenure as a president
was marked by efforts to promote social cohesion and regional stability, as well as
advancing Bulgaria's standing within the European Union.