Admiral Alvin Halsey

Admiral Alvin Holsey, a native of Fort Valley, Georgia, was commissioned through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) program at Morehouse College in 1988, where he earned a degree in Computer Science. He also holds a Master of Science in Management from Troy State University. Holsey served in various sea assignments, including deployments with USS Jesse L. Brown, USS Nicholson, USS Vreeland, USS Vella Gulf, USS Gettysburg, and USS Simpson.

Commander, U.S. Southern Command

William Antonio

William Antonio is an accomplished energy sector executive with over 20 years of international experience. Throughout his career, he has held key positions in line management, business development, marketing and sales, technology development, project management, and human resources. Recognized as an extroverted, dynamic, and goal-oriented leader, he believes in leading by example and excels in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Managing Director Mexico, Central America and Venezuela, SLB

Matthew Aho

Matthew Aho has crafted history-making market-entry strategies for Akerman clients across wide-ranging industry sectors including: short-term vacation rentals, airlines, cruise lines, online travel agencies, telecom providers, live music concerts and venues; film, sports leagues, information technology, and banking and financial services. A recognized authority on U.S.

Senior Policy Consultant, Corporate* Cuba Akerman

Rear Admiral Alfonso Fabián González Belmonte

Rear Admiral Alfonso Fabián González Belmonte is a graduate of the Heroic Naval School, where he earned a degree in Naval Science and Engineering in 1995. He achieved the rank of Rear Admiral in November 2023.

He has specialized in Maritime Meteorology and Naval Command and holds a master’s degree in Naval Administration (General Staff Diploma). Additionally, he has completed diploma programs in Teaching Education for Youth and Adults and Teaching Competencies.

General Coordinator for Investment Promotion, Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec (CIIT)

Raúl Ruiz Robles

Raúl Ruiz Robles is the secretary of economic development of Oaxaca. With over 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur, he previously led Grupo Barette and Industrias Electrometálicas. He has been a leader in Oaxaca’s business community, serving as president of COPARMEX Oaxaca and as a local advisor for Grupo Financiero Banorte. Committed to social responsibility, he leads the Mexican Electrical Foundation, supporting vocational training.

Secretary of Economic Development, State of Oaxaca