Alan Smith is a consultant recognized for his track record in organizing and executing several prestigious global academic competitions. Having served as President of the Panamanian Debate Association (ASPADE) between 2021 and 2023, he has been a fundamental driving force in the international debate circuit for schools and universities.

He holds the distinction of having been part of the organizing leadership for all the major world championships in competitive debate, in both English and Spanish. His extensive project portfolio includes directing and advising the world's largest tournaments, starting with Harvard WorldMUN 2018, and encompassing HNMUN-LA 2021 and 2022, the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC) 2025, the World Universities Debating Championship (WUDC) 2025, and the Campeonato Mundial Universitario de Debate en Español (CMUDE) 2023. Furthermore, in the civic and national sphere, he was part of the preparation team for the Second Presidential Debate of Panama in 2024, working hand in hand with the Electoral Court.

Through these platforms and projects, he leverages his experience to drive international cooperation, empower youth leadership, and foster profound cultural and democratic exchange.

Diana Abad is a public affairs and social impact professional with cross-sector experience spanning government, civil society, education and business. She currently serves as Engagement Manager for The King’s Seeing is Believing Programme at Business in the Community, convening senior leaders to drive action on social challenges across the UK.

At World Debate Consulting, she leads organisational strategy, operations and partnerships. Diana is a former Chevening Scholar and holds degrees in Law, Public Policy and International Development.

Daniela Noriega García is a Senior Associate at World Debate Consulting, where she leads international partnerships, institutional outreach, and the strategic development of global education initiatives. Her work focuses on building collaborations between schools, universities, and organizations across Latin America and beyond, particularly in the areas of Model United Nations, debate, and leadership education.

With nearly a decade of experience managing large-scale international academic events, Daniela has contributed to projects such as the Harvard National Model United Nations – Latin America (HNMUN-LA), the World Universities Debating Championship (WUDC) Panama 2025, and the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC). She has also worked closely with educational institutions, governments, and international organizations to design programs that expand access to high-quality academic experiences.

Combining a background in education, public affairs, and project management, Daniela is particularly interested in the intersection of institutions, leadership, and international collaboration, believing that well-designed systems create opportunities that outlast individual events.

Nathalie Urrutia is a professional with an outstanding track record in the educational field, in logistics management and operations for academic projects. Her experience combines a solid foundation in school administrative and teaching coordination with the execution of event logistics solutions, which has allowed her to develop exceptional skills in organization, logistics, and operations.

Committed to the academic and civic development of youth, Nathalie collaborated as Administrative Coordinator at the Panamanian Debate Association (ASPADE), driving key projects for the growth of debate nationwide. Her logistics and administrative management skills have been essential in the execution of international-scale events, including the Harvard National Model United Nations - Latin America (HNMUN-LA), World Universities Debating Championship (WUDC), the Campeonato Mundial Universitario de Debate en Español (CMUDE), Mundial Escolar de Debate (MED), and World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC).

Emmanuel Domínguez has a solid track record in managing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), where he has excelled leading the Human Resources and Finance departments, ensuring administrative efficiency and the sustainability of multiple initiatives.

Throughout his career, he has led the organization of high-impact global events. He was General Director of the World University Spanish-Language Debate Championship (CMUDE) 2023 and has been a key player in the operational teams of top-tier competitions, such as the World Universities Debating Championship (WUDC), the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC), and more than five editions of the Harvard National Model United Nations - Latin America (HNMUN-LA). Likewise, his extensive logistics experience includes coordinating the 2nd Presidential Debate 2024 and the comprehensive management of more than 15 local-level debate tournaments.

During the conference, Jakub Zachar works on the logistics team, helping maintain the event's flow. Outside of the conference, their role shifts to research and more hands-on outreach work.

During the conference, Matus Zachar works on the logistics team, helping maintain the event's flow. Outside of the conference, their role shifts to research and more hands-on outreach work.

Venus Garcia focuses on the internal accounting of WDC, from tracking financial figures to maintaining clear records of the organization's finances. They are also in charge of external and internal legal errands.

Paul Carrillo helps oversee the operational backbone of international conferences, managing the full lifecycle of the participant experience. This includes coordinating venue logistics, transportation schedules, and the registration process. Their primary goal is to ensure a seamless, high-quality journey for all delegations, acting as a dedicated point of contact from initial registration and arrival in Panama until the final gavel of the conference.

Lorena Abad oversees the end-to-end execution of food, beverage, and hospitality requirements to ensure premium attendee experiences. Their focus remains on the strategic coordination of logistical needs and the professional guidance of junior staff to maintain high service standards during live operations.

Lucia Fiorella Vilela Danjoy recruits schools and delegations in Peru for World Debate Consulting (WDC) conferences. They coordinate travel and academic needs of participating schools and delegations, and support logistical operations both on-site and off-site during conference days. They also organize meetings with schools and institutions to present and promote WDC travel and conference packages.