LTC Octavio Perez, U.S. Army (Ret.)

Co-Founder | Senior Fellow | Politico-Military Affairs

Lt. Colonel Octavio Perez is a highly experienced U.S. Army intelligence officer with more than two decades of active-duty service and additional reserve assignments. He specialized in intelligence and Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Warfare, commanding operations at Fort Leonard Wood and serving in the Republic of Korea. At the Defense Intelligence Agency, he focused on North Korean military analysis and responded to crises involving the Achille Lauro and TWA 847 incidents. Perez volunteered with the 1st Cavalry Division during Desert Shield/Storm and later served as Chief Intelligence Instructor at the U.S. Army School of the Americas, training Latin American officers in low-intensity conflict. His reserve career culminated at U.S. Southern Command as a strategic intelligence officer (J2 Ops).

Dr. Luis Noguerol

Co-Founder | Senior Fellow | SME – CYBER

Dr. Luis Noguerol is a seasoned IT executive with expertise in Federal regulations (NIST 800, FIPS, FISMA) and data protection for both private and public sectors. He identifies and addresses IT security risks, leveraging his Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Organizational Leadership–Information Systems & Technology, an MS in Applied Mathematics & Information Systems, and multiple certifications (CEH, CHFI, Security+). He is a published author, scholar, and a frequent TV and radio news contributor.

Willie Lora

Co-Founder | Senior Fellow | International Affairs Analyst

Willie Lora is a recognized expert in political crisis communications, news research, and Category One special events management. He is President of Lora Media Consulting LLC, a broadcast and media communications firm specializing in multimedia platform development, content programming, and technology-driven production for national and international markets. Mr. Lora has led major media initiatives throughout his career—from overseeing the International Press Center in Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia during Pope Francis’ U.S. visit to advising on U.S. presidential campaigns and multiple presidential bids in Latin America. He is also affiliated with the International Presidential Debates Association, where he has produced debates for both television and radio. He has worked with Feature Story News (FSN) to expand Latin American markets by introducing innovative IP technologies and producing news content.

Joseph E. Hage

Co-Founder | Senior Fellow

Joseph E. Hage is a seasoned political analyst specializing in Middle Eastern affairs and counterterrorism. He serves as Executive Director of the American Lebanese Policy Institute-PAC and formerly led the American Lebanese Coalition and the Lebanese-American Kataeb organization.

Active in U.S. Middle East policy since 1992, Hage was key in advancing the Syria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act and supporting key UN Security Council resolutions that led to the Cedar Revolution. He regularly provides confidential regional briefings to U.S. government agencies and is an expert witness in political asylum cases.

Fluent in Arabic, French, Spanish, and English, Hage appears frequently on international media, including CÑN, Mega TV, América TeVé, LBC, and Al Arabiya. He has lectured at the University of Miami, FIU, and FAU on radical Islam and regional security.

He holds a BA in Economics from Florida International University and an associate degree in Business Administration from Holy Spirit University of Lebanon. He is also a certified interpreter and licensed real estate agent.

Grethel Delgado

Director of Communications

Journalist, writer, and actress based in Miami. Delgado holds a bachelor’s degree in Playwriting from the Instituto Superior de Arte in Cuba and a Master’s in Journalism from Florida International University. She was also a resident fellow at the Antonio Gala Foundation in Spain, an experience that broadened her international perspective and enriched her literary career.
Her work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Centennial Poetry Prize of the City of Hialeah and the II Mehdi Hajji International Poetry Prize. Earlier in her career, she won prestigious theater awards in Cuba, such as the David Prize, Pinos Nuevos Prize, Calendario Prize, and the University of La Laguna Theater Prize. These distinctions highlight her multidisciplinary achievements across literature, theater, and journalism.
Delgado is the author of several published books, reflecting her versatility in poetry, fiction, and theater. Her recent titles include Melancolía South Beach (Cádiz, Spain, 2025) and No me hablen de Cuba (novel, Editorial Suburbano, Miami, 2022). Her earlier theatrical works include 1987, Mariposas, Mi familia ideal, and the poetry collection Necesidad de los cultos. Through her media, literature, and performance work, she contributes to cultural dialogue while building bridges across languages, disciplines, and communities.

Sady Burge

PR and Social Media Manager

A passionate political analyst and activist, she was born in Cuba, raised in Spain, and is now a proud American citizen residing in Texas. A devoted wife and mother of three, she is guided by strong conservative principles and a commitment to anti-communist ideology. Her background as a bilingual educator has equipped her with the skills to bridge cultural gaps, fostering educational inclusivity for non-English-speaking families and advocating for Hispanic-American communities.

Burge’s career spans education, media, and political coordination, reflecting her dedication to advancing conservative values. She has expanded her influence as a Media Editor and Social Media Manager for conservative outlets such as CDM en Español and Lora Media TV. As a media representative at national and international conferences, she amplifies her advocacy for freedom, family values, and pro-life principles, establishing herself as a dynamic voice in the conservative movement.

Beyond her political and media roles, Burge brings extensive experience in public relations, marketing, and event management. Educated in Geography and Tourism at Universidad de La Laguna, she combines her academic foundation with expertise in translation, mediation, and forum management to connect with diverse audiences. Through her multifaceted experience in education, activism, and media, Burge empowers Hispanic communities and champions conservative ideals with unwavering dedication.

Adrián Levy

Creative Director & Corporate Image Consultant

Adrián Levy is a Creative Director and Corporate Image Consultant with over 20 years of international experience in design, branding, marketing, and events. Founder of Imagen Zero, he has developed visual identities and communication strategies for companies and real estate projects in more than 15 countries, establishing himself as a reference in both Latin America and the United States.

He serves as Creative Director at Rafael Marrero & Company, a U.S.-based agency specializing in the B2G segment, and as Co-Director of Coworkers Latam, dedicated to organizing regional congresses and exhibitions.

Throughout his career, Levy has collaborated with leading global corporations such as Hilton, Related Group, Remax, Fortune International Realty, Pioneer, Cisco, FIBA, and PanAm, and with institutions and governments from various countries. He has also contributed to major international events, including Expo Real Estate, Latamis Miami, Facman, ELDI, CRET, The Office Tenant Week, Worktech, and Real Estate Future Trends, consolidating a strategic and multicultural vision applied to brand and real estate project development.

Emilio López

Director of Security, MSI²

Emilio López is a veteran executive protection and security professional with over 20 years of experience safeguarding high-profile clients worldwide. As President and CEO of Global Risk Protection Corp, he has led protection operations for heads of state, diplomats, business leaders, and internationally renowned artists, including Ivanka Trump, Naftali Bennett, Madonna, Mayor Francis Suarez, Itamar Ben-Gvir, and Yair Netanyahu, among others.
His career includes federal security contracts with FEMA and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and leadership roles in special response teams. UNITAR–UN certified him as an intelligence analysis expert, and he also holds credentials in suicide terrorism, explosives, and executive protection. López earned a degree in Criminal Law from the University of Havana and maintains multiple U.S. security and investigative licenses.
An NRA-certified instructor and active member of the International Foundation for Protection Officers(IFPO), he is recognized for combining operational excellence with a commitment to human rights, advanced training, and the professionalization of the security field.

Helenne Vazquez

Assistant to the CEO & Documentation Analyst

Helenne Vazquez is an accomplished administrative and legal professional with extensive experience in document analysis, executive support, and compliance coordination. As Document Analyst and Executive Assistant to the CEO at Rafael Marrero & Company, she supports strategic initiatives related to federal certifications, government contracting compliance, and client documentation. In this role, she works closely with leadership to manage sensitive records, oversee workflow, and ensure accuracy and quality across all deliverables.
With over a decade in the legal sector, Vazquez advanced from Legal Assistant to Paralegal and Client Manager, building deep expertise in legal research, document preparation, e-filing, and case management. She served as a liaison between attorneys, clients, court personnel, and outside vendors, developing strong organizational skills, precision, and the ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes environments.
Vazquez holds a Legal Assistance Certification from Florida Atlantic University and studied law at the Universidad de La Habana. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, she is recognized for her professionalism, reliability, and ability to thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments.

Andrés Rodríguez

Video producer

Andrés Rodríguez is a seasoned video producer, broadcaster, and communicator with more than 25 years of experience in radio, television, and digital media. His career began in Bogotá, where he worked as an on-air voice and director at iconic stations such as Caracol Radio’s Radioacktiva, La Superestación, Olímpica Stereo, and Vibra FM—establishing himself as one of the most recognizable voices in Colombia’s music and entertainment radio.
Now based in Miami, Andrés is the director and on-air talent at La Nueva 88.3 FM, where he blends news, current affairs, humor, and community engagement for Latin audiences. In parallel, he serves as a video producer for MSI², applying his expertise in storytelling, editing, and voiceover to create impactful, dynamic, and high-quality audiovisual content.
Beyond broadcasting and production, Andrés is also a dedicated educator. As a professor at the BeonAir Network of Media Schools, he teaches voiceover, video editing, digital marketing, and radio and television production—mentoring the next generation of communicators and content creators. Passionate about communication, teaching, and visual storytelling, he continues to explore new ways to inspire, inform, and connect with audiences through the power of media.