Press Releases
International President of Transport Workers Union John Samuelsen Joins Lives Amplified Organization
March 5, 2025
TWU International President John Samuelsen represents over 150,000 members
across the airline, railroad, transit, universities, utilities, and services sectors.
Samuelsen is also the former President of TWU Local 100 in New York City – the
union’s largest local.
Former President of Serbia Boris Tadić Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
March 24, 2025
Boris Tadić served two terms as President of Serbia. His extensive political career
includes key roles as Minister of Telecommunications of the Federal Republic ofYugoslavia and Minister of Defence of Serbia and Montenegro, where he played a
critical role in driving modernization and implementing significant reforms. As President,
Tadić was instrumental in advancing Serbia’s European Union integration, fostering
regional stability, and championing human rights.
Former Prime Minister of Ukraine Anatoliy Kinakh Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
March 31, 2025
Anatoliy Kinakh has been at the helm of the Ukrainian Union of Industrialists and
Entrepreneurs since 1997, providing visionary leadership in the promotion of Ukraine's
industrial and economic interests. He also serves as Co-Chair of the National Tripartite Social
and Economic Council, a key platform for dialogue between the government, employers, and
trade unions.
First Deputy Chair of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy and former Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine Hryhoriy Nemyria Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
April 9, 2025
Hryhoriy Nemyria has had a distinguished career, marked by his leadership in shaping
Ukraine’s foreign policy and advancing its international relationships. He served as Vice
Prime Minister for European and International Integration, playing a central role in
furthering Ukraine’s European ambitions.
Former State Senate President, State Senate Majority Leader and Lieutenant Governor of West Virginia Mitch Carmichael Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
April 29, 2025
Mitch Carmichael is a former Republican member of the West Virginia Senate representing District 4
from 2012 until 2020. Prior to his service in the Senate, Carmichael served in the West Virginia
House of Delegates representing District 12 from 2000 through 2012. Carmichael was also a
candidate for Governor of West Virginia in the 2011 West Virginia gubernatorial special election.
Ambassador to the United States (Ret.) and Minister of Commerce and Industries (Ret.) of Panama Ramón Martínez de la Guardia Joins Lives Amplified
May 20, 2025
Miami, FL – Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders (the “Institution”) is
excited to announce that Ambassador to the United States (Ret.) of Panama has joined
the Institution. Mr. Martínez de la Guardia is recognized for his strong commitment to
democratic governance and economic development. He brings a wealth of experience
and will contribute to the leadership of the Institution.
Mayor for the City of Coral Gables, Florida, Vince C. Lago Joins Lives Amplified
May 26, 2025
Miami, FL – Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders (the “Institution”) is excited
to announce that Mayor for the City of Coral Gables, Florida, Vince C. Lago has joined
the Institution. Mr. Vince C. Lago is recognized for his strong commitment to democratic
governance and economic development. He brings a wealth of experience and will contribute
to the leadership of the Institution.
Former Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism & Status of Women of Canada Leela Aheer Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
June 19, 2025
Miami, FL – Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders (the “Institution”) is
excited to announce that former Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism & Status of Women
of Canada Leela Aheer has joined the Institution.
Imperial House of Brazil and Lives Amplified Form a Historic Union
September 1, 2025
NEW YORK, NY – Lives Amplified Global Institution of World
Leaders (Lives Amplified Institution) and The Imperial House of
Brazil (Casa Imperial do Brasil) today announced a landmark union that
merge scenturies of noble tradition with contemporary global leadership
initiatives.
Former Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig Joins Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders
September 10, 2025
Miami, FL – Lives Amplified Global Institution of World Leaders (the “Institution”) is announcing that Former
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Charles Rettig has joined the Institution. Mr. Charles Rettig
is recognized for his strong commitment to democratic governance and economic development.