Mastering the new economy: world leaders and decision-makers gather at World Strategic Forum in Miami

08-11-23

• The 12th edition of the WSF brought together former world leaders and leading experts to discuss emerging trends in the global economy, competing in the age of AI, cybersecurity, alternative investments and much more

• The event was held at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables and TSTT was represented by its president, Mr. Antonio Santos.

The World Strategic Forum (WEF) brought together more than 80 senior executives, former heads of state and industry experts on November 6-7 at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Miami. 

This year's edition was held under the theme "Mastering the New Economy," examining the strategies and solutions needed to thrive in an ever-changing economic landscape, and was organized by the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) and the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom at Florida International University (FIU).

"We are honored to welcome such an esteemed group of leaders and decision makers to this year's Global Strategic Forum," said Nicholas Rémillard, CEO of IEFA. "The landscape of our global economy has undergone a considerable number of changes in recent years, and it is imperative that we turn adversity into opportunity to usher in a new cycle of growth that will allow society to prosper."

This year's program addressed a variety of topics, including pressing economic challenges, sports and entertainment, alternative investments, sustainable development, technology, infrastructure, legacy planning and more. Speakers at this year's event provided valuable insights for organizations and industries trying to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing economic landscape. 

Some of the speakers were:

• Iván Duque Márquez, former President of Colombia.

• Juan Guaidó, former interim president of Venezuela.

• Bill Hagerty, U.S. Senator from Tennessee.

• Barbara Humpton, President and CEO of Siemens Corporation

• Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor of Miami-Dade County.

• Jamil Mahuad Witt, former president of Ecuador.

• Doris Meister, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wilmington Trust Corporation

• Sid Powell, CEO and Co-Founder, Maple Finance

• Mario Vargas Llosa, Writer and Nobel Laureate in Literature.

• Esteban Villegas Villarreal, Governor of Durango

"We are honored to co-host this year's Global Strategy Forum and are excited about the opportunity to connect Miami's local influence with such a diverse and esteemed group of international leaders," said Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, Founding Director of the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom. "The WSF aligns perfectly with our goal of advancing economic freedom and prosperity for all, and we are thrilled to join this effort and contribute to the overall success of this year's event." 

About the World Strategic Forum

The World Strategic Forum (WSF) was established in 2011 and is held annually in Miami, Florida, hosting more than 1,000 attendees from around the world. The WSF brings together decision makers from all spheres of society to address the most pressing issues of our time. Its mission is to address today's key business and government challenges and to foster a better understanding of the opportunities and challenges at stake for the Americas in the global marketplace. The central themes of the WSF revolve around Global Economy, Finance, Technology, Trade, Energy, Infrastructure, Investment and Legacy Planning.