The International Presidency

The International Presidency of Building Bridges Alliance serves as the cornerstone of our global vision. It provides strategic leadership, shapes high-level objectives, and represents our collective aspirations on the world stage. Currently held by Mr. Israel Zamora, our International President drives cross-border cooperation and harmonizes efforts among diverse stakeholders—including entrepreneurs, policymakers, cultural leaders, and community members—across the Americas.

Jeb Bush

Former Governor of Florida

Salvador Nasralla

Former Vice President of Honduras

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

President of Brazil

Katherine Clark

Minority Whip of the United States House of Representatives

Clara Brugada

Governor of Mexico City

Gabriel Boric

President of Chile

Felix Ulloa

Vice President of El Salvador

Kathleen Passidomo

President of the Florida Senate

Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Former President of Mexico

Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Former President of Mexico

Chuy

U.S. Representative

Rudolph Giuliani

Former Mayor of New York City

Luis Arce

President of Bolivia

Luis Arce

President of Bolivia

Claudia Sheinbaum

President of Mexico

Gabriel Boric

President of Chile

Rudolph Giuliani

Former Mayor of New York City

Jeremy Corbyn

British Politician

Nayib Bukele

President of El Salvador

Claudia Sheinbaum

President of Mexico

Alberto Fernández

Former President of Argentina

Juan Ramón de la Fuente

Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico

As the highest representative of Building Bridges Alliance, the International President’s primary goal is to unite diverse sectors—government, academia, business, arts, sports, and civil society—under a shared commitment to foster inclusive growth and social impact. Core responsibilities include:

Israel Zamora served as the Vice President of the Permanent Committee of the Mexican Congress

  • Global Representation: Acting as the principal voice of Building Bridges Alliance in international forums, diplomatic circles, and strategic partnerships.

  • Strategic Oversight: Guiding the board of directors, committees, and local chapters to ensure alignment with the Alliance’s objectives.

  • Policy Advocacy: Championing issues like migration, cultural exchange, trade, education, and security, seeking solutions that transcend borders.

  • Capacity Building: Supporting local leaders and chapters with resources, best practices, and mentorship to strengthen community impact.

  • Ethical Governance: Upholding transparency, accountability, and collaboration across all organizational levels.

Strategic Engagement & Diplomatic Outreach

Building Bridges Alliance extends its reach through the International Presidency’s proactive engagement with leading institutions, governmental bodies, and cross-sector organizations. By forging relationships with congresses, local legislatures, executive offices, and private entities across the hemisphere, the Presidency:

  • Negotiates collaborative programs that encourage entrepreneurship, knowledge exchange, and cultural partnerships.
  • Works alongside public officials at local, state, and federal levels to create inclusive policies.
  • Coordinates high-profile visits, bilateral workshops, and summits to foster lasting alliances between the United States, Mexico, and Latin America