Our President

Dr. Mariana Guedea

President, Women Economic Forum RGV 2026

Dr. Mariana Guedea
Host Committee & Panelist

An international leader building bridges across borders.

An international leader and businesswoman committed to advancing global cooperation, economic development, and strategic alliances across borders, Dr. Guedea also serves as USA Country Chair for G100 Mission Million, CEO & Founder of MERAKI, and President of the 50+1 McAllen Chapter.

Her work convenes business leaders, diplomats, government officials, academia, and civil society to foster international partnerships, investment, human capital development, and sustainable economic and social progress. Recognized by Grupo Expansión as one of Mexico's "30 Promises" and recipient of the TEC Women Award, she is a TEDx speaker with a multidisciplinary background spanning finance, education, entrepreneurship, and social impact, with expertise in mental health. She holds an honorary doctorate (Honoris Causa) from the Claustro Doctoral Iberoamericano.

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