78th BP Fellowship Event Recognitions
Regal Circle
The Regal Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 1 Million.
| Mr Robert J. Atwater |
| United States |
| Bob Atwater is a lifelong Scouting leader and retired senior law enforcement executive who served with the U.S. Government, INTERPOL, and the U.S. Departments of Justice and Transportation from 1973 to 2003. An Eagle Scout since 1961 and a Baden-Powell Fellow since 1983. He has held national and international Scouting roles and staffed numerous national and world Jamborees. |
| Mr & Mrs Thomas and Patricia Bain |
| United States |
| Tom and Pat Bain met as neighboring Scouting unit leaders and continue to serve Scouting America locally and nationally. Both have staffed multiple National Jamborees and the 2019 World Scout Jamboree, and Pat serves on the U.S. BPF board. |
Mr Norbert Becker & Mrs Maria Dennewald |
| Luxembourg |
| Norbert Becker joined the Scouts in Luxembourg at 5. He enjoyed the camaraderie and the core values which he applied through his professional life. He chaired the World Federation of Young Liberals and was an international entrepreneur. Together with Maria Dennewald, he supports Scouting for the values it teaches young people and for a global community of Scouts and alumni working for a better world. |
| Dr jur Johannes Jonas, LLM |
| Germany |
| Johannes first became a Scout at the age of 10. Today, after many years as an active Scout and Scoutmaster, Johannes is a member of the Board of the World Foundation and the Chair of its Oversight Committee. Johannes is recognised tonight with his two children Capucine and Leopold as new Honours Programme members. |
| Ms Katrina D. Withers |
| United States |
| Katy loves international Scouting and actively supports local units in the USA. She is proud to support World Scouting through the Honours and Founder’s Heritage Programs. |
| Dato' Soo Keng Yeoh & Dato' Wai Hin Choy |
| Malaysia |
| Dato’ Yeoh Soo Keng is a distinguished business and community leader, serving as Executive Director within the YTL Group and former CEO of YTL Cement. A pioneering woman in the construction and cement industries, she has led major infrastructure projects in Malaysia and South East Asia. Dato' Soo Keng is a World Scout Foundation Board Memeber and Chief Commissioner of the Girl Guides association of Malaysia, she champions youth leadership and inclusion. |
Ambassador Circle
The Ambassador Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 500,000.
| Mr & Mrs Robert and Vicki Christopher |
| United States |
| Bob has served in USA Scouting for 35 years at various levels. Vicki has been involved in Leadership and fund raising as a volunteer for the local library. Bob and Vicki have always wanted to make a positive difference in the world by building a legacy together to leave for future Scouting Generations - “To Pass It On” We strongly believe in the values and growth opportunities that World Scouting has to offer. |
| Mr & Mrs Urs and Ilona Hammer |
| Switzerland |
| Urs and Ilona supports Scouting because it has proven to help positive youth development worldwide. |
Diplomat Circle
The Diplomat Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 250,000.
| Mrs Lynn Brooks |
| United States |
| Through this world-wide youth movement which recognizes that we are one human family, young people become models in their communities, poised to be future world leaders, prepared to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. “I can’t think of a better investment“. |
| Mrs Maria Charlotta Gren |
| Sweden |
| Maria is a passionate Scout and an avid believer in empowering young people. She is proud to be a BP Fellow and supporter of Scouting. |
| Mr Martin Gren |
| Sweden |
| I'm a great supporter of the Scout movement in Sweden and all the great work they do! |
| Mr Stefan Mahlstein |
| Sweden |
| Stefan is an entrepreneur at heart. Apart from having started a few companies of his own, he also invests in and advises young entrepreneurs. Stefan joined as a BP Fellow 11 years ago and has been sponsoring Scout projects in both Sweden and Bangladesh. |
| Mr Robert F. Sinclair & Mrs Darci Swanson |
| United States |
| Darci Swanson started her scouting career as a Girl Scout and loved going to camp every summer. Today she is the Chair-Elect of the World Scout Foundation. Bob Sinclair has been a Scout almost his entire life and is as enthusiastic and passionate about Scouting now as he was when he started as a young boy. Bob has been honored as an Eagle Scout, Distinguished Eagle, and Silver Antelope. |
Chairman's Circle
The Chairman's Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 100,000.
| Mr Byung-Soo Baik & Mrs Youree Lee |
| Republic of Korea, |
| Byung Soo joined as a BP Fellow in 2001 and has served on the board of the Foundation since 2012. He joined Scouting in Korea when he was in elementary school believes that the experiences he has had with Scouting have been a great help in both managing a comp |
| Mr Hans Eliasson |
| Sweden |
| CDR Michael D. Files USN & Mrs Jessie Files |
| United States |
| The Files Family invests in Scouting's power to build character and unlock young people's potential worldwide, believing this Movement empowers youth to lead with purpose and create a better world. Michael is a retired U.S. Navy Sailor. He is an ardent Scouting America volunteer, philanthropist, and champion of youth, career, and community development initiatives. |
| Mr Thomas Frostberg & Mrs Marie-Louise Lövgren |
| Sweden |
| Thomas says he was born to be a Scout as both of his parents were Scouts. He is the Head of Communication for the World Scout Jamboree and has lead the marketing work that resulted in 39,000 Scouts having a blast at the fields of Rinkaby. |
| Mr Glenn Gardner |
| Mexico |
| Glenn is an Eagle Scout originally from Chicago, serving US and foreign youth living abroad. He is active in Troops 3 and 42, Mexico City; and Pack 142, Biscayne Bay, Florida. American-community Scouting in Mexico dates back to 1911 at the YMCA. |
| Mr Thomas Hirt |
| Switzerland |
| Thomas has dedicated over 35 years to Scouting, contributing to the global Movement in many different roles and supporting young people worldwide through his volunteer leadership. |
| Mrs Christina Hjelm |
| Sweden |
| Christina was strongly influenced by her father, who was shaped by the Scout Movement as a young boy after his mother’s passing at only 6 years old. His legacy and leadership shaped her conscious and solid values, mirroring those of Scouting. |
| Mr Carl-Magnus Källfelt |
| Sweden |
| Carl-Magnus is a real estate entrepreneur and co-founder with a strong track record in business development and project delivery. Actively engaged in Scouting and sport, he supports initiatives connecting handball and Scouting in Sweden to foster youth gr |
| Mr Sai Prakash LeoMuthu & Mrs Revathi Sai Prakash |
| India |
| Sai Prakash LeoMuthu is a Scout leader & district commissioner in Tamil Nadu, India. He promotes “Scouts for SDGs” at Sairam Institutions, fostering life skills & youth action, inspiring young people to become responsible and sustainable global citizens. |
| Ms Catherine Ann Mulcahy & Mr Gary Younger |
| United States |
| In recognition of their commitment to Scouting’s global mission, Kate Mulcahy and Gary Younger are honoured as members of the Chairman’s Circle. Catherine (Kate) Mulcahy is an International Scouting leader from the United States who has advanced global partnerships, cultural exchange, and youth leadership development. She is a global communications and strategy professional. |
| Mr Pansak Ransibrahmanakul & The Hon Mrs Priyanandana Rangsit |
| Thailand |
| Pansak has served as a scout leader for more than 25 years.He used to work as Chairman of the International Scout committee and also an International Commissioner of National Scout of Thailand and still active as a distinguished Scout member. |
| Mr & Mrs William E. and Linda Rosner |
| United States |
| Linda and Bill are very grateful for the Scouting Movement. They have experienced the positive effect of Scouting on their family and have witnessed its extraordinary impact across the globe. |
| Mr & Mrs Walter and Maya Schadenfroh |
| Liechtenstein |
| Walter and Maya did not have the privilege of being part of the Scout Movement in their youth. It was only later in life that the opportunity to discover this extraordinary community presented itself and for that very reason, they feel a deep sense of gratitude and respect |
| Mr & Mrs John F. and Suzanne Stewart |
| Global |
| John is a seasoned executive whose career spans sports and entertainment, before contributing to the creation of the Summit Bechtel Reserve with Scouting America. Today, he serves as CEO of Seismic Media Partners, bringing strategic leadership and vision. |
| Mr Toby C. Weber |
| United States |
| Toby has been an active Scout Leader in the NE Louisiana area for over forty years. He is also his Council’s International Representative, Training Chair, and Aquatics Director. Toby, his dad, and his son, are Eagle Scouts. |
| Mr David A. Wiraeus |
| Sweden |
| David Wiraeus comes from Gothenburg and was a scout as a child. He is active in the finance and real estate industry. He enjoys playing golf and tennis and likes sailing. He is married with two children. |
International Circle
The International Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 50,000.
| Mr Jacques Ross Behar & Ms Elizabeth Byrnes |
| United States |
| Mr & Mrs Thomas Anthony and Marcia French |
| United States |
| Tom and Marcia are devoted Scouting leaders whose lifelong commitment to youth development spans local, national, and global levels. While Tom supports major international initiatives including the World Jamboree, Marcia advances global peace and inclusion. |
| Mr Rodrigo Gardner |
| Mexico |
| A Member of U.S. and Mexican Scouts in Mexico City. Rodrigo is a recipient of a National Certificate of Merit for a life-saving deed as a Webelos Scout. He participates in community service and pro bono work for various groups in need. |
| Mrs Wylie Gibson Raab & Mr Henry Raab |
| United States |
| Wylee is a dedicated supporter of Scouting, inspired by her father, the late John Gibson, whose deep commitment to the movement she proudly continues. Through her ongoing engagement, she honors his legacy and strengthens support for Scouting’s mission. |
| Mr Karl Gunnar Gillberg & Mrs Lee Lewenhaupt |
| Sweden |
| As young person living in Sweden, Gunnar never got the opportunity to join the Scout organization. Now He likes to compensate by supporting the organisation financially and engage his grand children both in Sweden and USA to join and be active participants. |
| Mr Benjamin Hirsch |
| United States |
| Benjamin Hirsch is a prior scout from the Alamo Area Council in San Antonio, Texas where he earned his Eagle Rank with nine Palms among numerous other recognitions such as the Messenger of Peace and Pope Pius XII Award. |
| Ms Ella Hirsch |
| United States |
| Ella Hirsch is a prior Venturer Scout in Scouting America, Alamo Area Council in San Antonio, Texas and served on the National Venturing Committee, Catholic Scouting America Committee, and she is currently employed by Scouting America. |
| Mr & Mrs David and Mellina Izecksohn |
| Brazil |
| David and Mellina met in the same Scout Group as children, began dating as teenagers, and have been together for 28 years. They built a beautiful family with Marcelo and Tiago and devoted three decades to Scouting in Brazil. |
| Col Robert F. Schlegel Jr., US Army, retd & Mrs Sheena Schlegel |
| United States |
| Mr & Mrs Friedemann and Ilka Scholz |
| Germany |
| Friedemann has worked as a senior engineer in the medical branch. His long term job was with a Japanese company, where he was placed in quality management among other responsibilities. |
Benefactor Circle
The Benefactor Circle honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 25,000.
| Mr Guy Aach & Mrs Danielle Aach-Hertz |
| Luxembourg |
| Guy and Danielle have been supporting Scouting in Luxembourg and globally for many decades and are proud to be BP Fellows. Guy Aach is a distinguished civic leader and supporter of Scouting, serving as President of the Jewish Consistory and General Commissioner of FNEL and as Honorary Consul General of Nepal. |
| Ms Hermine Abdon |
| Sweden |
| After working as a management consultant at McKinsey in Stockholm, she now works as a freelance marketing consultant. She has previously worked in digital marketing in New York and London, as well as for various organizations such as the Childhood Foundat |
| Mrs Susanne Boëthius |
| Switzerland |
| Susanne supports Scouting for its positive impact on young people over the world no matter religion, country, colour of skin, language, political system. This is real global peace work. |
| Mr Joseph R. Bouley |
| United States |
| Joe was a Scout in both the USA and France. He is still very involved with Troop and Council activities and his son is an Eagle Scout and Young Baden-Powell Fellow. |
| Mr Ajey Chandra |
| United States |
| Ajey has been involved in Boy Scouts since joining at the age of 11. He received his Eagle Scout Award in 1980, and has continued to be active as an adult leader. |
| Ms Christine Doerner |
| Luxembourg |
| Christine Doerner is a Luxembourgish politician, advocate, and notary who served in the Chamber of Deputies from 2004 to 2013. A long-standing member of the Bettembourg communal council, she has dedicated her career to public service and civic leadership. |
| Mr Martin Hansson |
| Sweden |
| Martin serves as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic in Gothenburg, CEO of Pion Group, and Deputy CEO of Nexer. A Scout since youth, he founded the Future Leader Program and is committed to developing the next generation of leaders. |
| Mr Charles F. "Chad" Heflin |
| United States |
| Chad supports Scouting because it promotes leadership development, character and values formation, and community and civic engagement in young people, empowering them to meaningfully contribute to creating a better world. |
| Ms Capucine Jonas |
| France |
| Capucine supports Scouting for its ability to bring people together and create true community. |
| Mr Leopold Jonas |
| France |
| Leopold supports Scouting for its role in shaping young leaders, fostering strong values, and encouraging community engagement. |
| Mr Richard R. Keller & Mr Alexander Lorimer |
| Switzerland |
| Mrs Mollie O'Hara Leach & Mr Stephen Leach |
| United States |
| A proud mother of two Eagle Scouts, Mollie has served as unit volunteer, council board member, and fundraising champion for 15 fifteen years. She and her husband Steve reside in Austin, Texas where Scouting is one of their philanthropic priorities. |
| Mr Kåre Lindahl & Mr Syramany Derek Ngin |
| Sweden |
| Kåre supports Scouting for its impact in developing leadership, values, and service in young people. He values its foundation in Baden-Powell’s vision and its ability to empower youth to make a positive difference. |
| Mrs & Mr Eva-Marie and Niklas Lindén |
| Sweden |
| Dr Ronald Ling |
| United States |
| Ronald has been active in the Boy Scouts of America for over 53 years. He is an Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow Vigil Honor, Wood Badge Staffer, National Scout Jamboree Staffer, World Scout Jamboree Medical Staffer, National OA Conference Staffer. |
| Mr Peter N. Mastopoulos |
| United States |
| Peter Mastopoulos recognizes the immense value of the role that Scouting played in his life and desires to provide others with the same opportunity. |
| Mr Jeffrey McKinney |
| United States |
| Jeff joined Scouting at age 12 and became the first Eagle in his troop's 60 year history. He has served in Scouting roles in the unit, district, council, area, region, and nationally in Scouting America. Jeff is a retired electric utility executive. |
| Mr & Mrs Sven and Yvonne Nyman |
| Sweden |
| Sven holds a degree in economics and is an honorary doctor at the Stockholm School of Economics; he is the founder and CEO of several asset management companies. He was previously vice chairman of SEB and is currently a board member of Investor, the Nobel |
| Mr Lamar W. Pinder, J.P |
| Bahamas |
| Lamar began Scouting at age 6, earned the Queen’s Scout Award, served as leader and Camp Commissioner, and now leads nationally as Chief Commissioner of The Bahamas. Professionally, he is engaged in maritime logistics and international energy shipping management. |
| Mr Jon Rasmussen |
| Denmark |
| With a long Scouting family history, joining the continuous support of World Scouting was inevitable. Through the years Jon went from Cub Scout leader, to regional and national leadership trainer, to supporting World Scouting directly in various roles. |
| Mr Allen Rickert |
| United States |
| Allen Rickert served with Scouting in Troop 40 in New York, 319 in Seattle, 401 in London, UK, was on staff of the 74th World Scout Jamboree and is a Gilwell Fellow. |
| Mr Jean-Claude Schmitz |
| Luxembourg |
| Becoming an Honorary Donor is, for me, both a personal commitment and a gesture of gratitude. Scouting stands for values I deeply believe in so for instance responsibility solidarity. Today supporting this movement feels not only meaningful, but necessary. |
| Hon Charles A. Spain Jr |
| United States |
| A formerly closeted Eagle Scout, Charles and his husband John Adcock work for Scouting in which diversity is celebrated, equity and inclusion are practiced, and all—including the nonreligious—are welcome. |
| Mr Greg L. Szczesny & Mrs Denise M. Donnell |
| United States |
| Greg is an Eagle Scout who has served as a Scout Leader at the unit, council, and national levels. He currently serves as his council’s Board Chair. He is a former management consultant. |
| Mrs Sabina E. von Arx |
| Switzerland |
| Sabina von Arx particularly values the global spirit of the World Scout Foundation: bringing young people across cultures together, strengthening mutual respect, shared values, and a more peaceful, connected world. |
| Mrs Minou Virginie Weber |
| Luxembourg |
| I grew up inspired by my father who dedicated his entire life to Scouting. Through Scouting I learned the values of responsibility, respect and service to others. As a teacher I wanted to help young people grow with confidence. For me the true aim of BP Fellow is t |
| Mrs Lykke Westgren |
| Sweden |
| Lykke is an impact-driven investor and advisor in agri-food innovation, supporting sustainable growth across early-stage ventures. With a passion for transforming global food systems, she combines business insight with purpose, continuing the Abdon family |
Baden-Powell Fellowship
The Baden-Powell Fellowship honours those who have made gifts of or over USD 10,000
| Mr Soko Aoki |
| Japan |
| Soko started Scouting in Japan as a Cub Scout, earned the Fuji Scout award as a Rover, led Keio University’s Rover crew, and became Group Chair in 2026. He runs a software company and an NPO for orchard planting and rural development in Nepal. |
| Mr Leonard Armstrong Harris |
| United States |
| Leonard is the grandson of Pete and Im Ok Armstrong. He is an active Scout. |
| Mr Joonkyu Baik |
| Republic of Korea |
| Joonkyu joined Scouting in elementary school, following a family tradition. He is a student at Columbia Engineering studying Operations Research. |
| Mr Mark Beese and Mr Benjamin Beese |
| United States |
| Mark is a volunteer for World Scouting in the United States and a WOSM volunteer for the past ten years. His son is also an active volunteer with the World Scout Foundation's USA Chapter. |
| Mr Andrew John |
| United States |
| Andy Binder, an Eagle Scout from the United States, has served Scouting over 45 years. He supported the 2019 World Scout Jamboree and enjoys hiking and camping with his Eagle Scout sons in the Pacific Northwest. |
| Mr Bragi Björnsson |
| Iceland |
| Bragi Björnsson, a father of two, is a legal professional, founder and owner of Lögvörn Law Firm, has dedicated over four decades to the Scouting Movement. Bragi served on the National Board of the Icelandic Boy and Girl Scout Association for 18 years. |
| Mr Joseph A. Burleski |
| United States |
| Joe is a passionate volunteer supporting youth and his community. For 45+ years he has served Scouting in a wide variety of areas. A favorite experience? Serving on the international staff for the 2011 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden. |
| Mr Shane Calendine |
| United States |
| Shane has been invoked in Scouting since he was 8 years old. Continuously registered for 52 years, he has served in numerous volunteer roles. He currently serves as Senior Vice President of Program for Scouting America. Shane is an Eagle Scout and proud. |
| Ms Therese Carlborg |
| Sweden |
| Therese Carlborg is a Government Affairs and Public Policy expert with 15+ years of experience across biopharma, energy, and politics. She leads strategic communications and stakeholder engagement at local, national, and international levels. |
| Mr Sergio Chavez |
| United States |
| Sergio A. Chavez is an award-winning sports architect and lifelong Scouting volunteer, inspiring youth worldwide through leadership and his “Mind Architecture” approach to personal growth. |
| Chief Commissioner Scouts of China |
| Taiwan |
| The Scouts of China (Taiwan), founded in 1912, is dedicated to responsible citizenship, social service, international friendship, and humanitarian action. Under Chief Commissioner Allen Kao, it continues to reach new heights. |
| Mr Thomas D. Collins II |
| United States |
| Tom is an Eagle Scout and Scouting has been a key part of his life for many years. Watching his two sons grow through the program remains one of his proudest experiences. Tom continues to serve as he believes deeply in the impact of Scouting. |
| Mr Daniël Sickman Corsen Jr. |
| Curaçao |
| Daniël Corsen, Chair of the World Scout Committee, is a leader in global Scouting and organisational transformation. A specialist in business reshaping, culture change and human capital, he brings expertise in communication and branding to drive impact wo |
| Mr Thomas H. Curzon |
| United States |
| Tom is an Eagle Scout, and he and Anne have two Eagle Scout sons. Tom is committed to growing Scouting, and he is actively engaged in Scouting America locally and nationally. |
| Mr Siavosh Derakhti |
| Monaco |
| Siavosh Derakhti is a prominent Swedish social activist and social entrepreneur founder of the organisation Young People Against Anti-Semitism and Xenophobia (YPAX), and a known advocate for peace and dialogue. He has focused much of his work on combating antisemitism and xenophobia. Through education and dialogue, including visits to Holocaust memorials, he empowers youth to build inclusive communities. |
| Mr François Dostert |
| Luxembourg |
| François began Scouting in the late 1950s and later led his local group in Walferdange, Luxembourg. He continues to advise and support local Scouts alongside other parents. |
| Mr Martin Duus |
| Denmark |
| Scouting has been a part of Martin's entire life and he has served as a Scout leader at his local troop the last 27 years. He is passionate about education and youth engangement. |
| Mr Dagmawi Elehu |
| Sweden |
| Daggi is passionate about enabling young people to achieve their fullest potential. He's served as Sweden's International Commissioner, member of the European Scout Committee and a local Scout leader. |
| Mr Alastair Hannaford |
| United Kingdom |
| Alastair has been a Scout since he was seven years old. As an adult, he has volunteered in a range of local, national and global roles; often to embed meaningful youth engagement across the Movement. He is currently completing a PhD at UGent. |
| Mr Mark Harris |
| United States |
| Mark joined Scouting at age 12. He is an Eagle Scout and has served in many capacities as a Scout Leader, along with many National events in the US over the years. Mark has recently retired from the Public Safety field after 32 years. |
| Ms Alyssa J Hightower |
| United States |
| For over a decade, Alyssa has focused on supporting Scouts with disabilities, starting with her own children. She now supports Scouts across the US and is the WSJ Poland 2027 Access & Inclusion Lead. |
| Ms Sofia Karlsson |
| Sweden |
| Sofia has decided to join the Fellowship in order to give more young people the possibilities she experienced herself as an active Scout when she was younger. |
| Mr Mohamed Ali Khiari |
| Tunisia |
| A Scout since age 8, Mohamed Ali Khiari serves as President of the Tunisian Scouts and Vice-Chair of the Arab Scout Committee. A banking executive and microfinance expert, he supports youth leadership and community projects. |
| Mr J. Carlos Lao Olortegui |
| Peru |
| Jota Lao grew up in Scouting in Peru. He has served as National Communications Commissioner, Institutional Management Director, Course Director, and National Jamboree Director. Professionally, he works as a communications strategist and AV producer. |
| Mr Sai Samanyu LeoMuthu |
| India |
| Sai Samanyu is continuing his father's and grandfather's legacy of creating a better world through Scouting. |
| LCDR Jay A Malmstrom, USN-ret |
| United States |
| A dedicated Scout, Jay is passionate about the outdoors and has fond memories of hiking around Philmont. |
| Mr Richard Mason |
| United States |
| Ricky is honored to be the National Chair of Scouting America. He believes passionately in the power of Scouting to help our kids become the best version of themselves, through learning, achieving and respecting and working with others, and is proud to contribute to youth leadership, values, and service worldwide. |
| Mrs Ana Claudia Menconi Cardin |
| Brazil |
| Ana Claudia Menconi is a high-performance manager at Piovan Mexico, specializing in industry events and customer engagement in the plastics sector. With strengths in public relations, corporate identity, and team building. |
| Mr Christian Moore |
| Monaco |
| Christian Moore, President of the Monaco Ambassadors Club, is a film producer and entrepreneur with global reach. Founder of Superyacht TV and environmental initiatives, he combines media, business and philanthropy to support impactful causes worldwide. |
| Ms Megan K. Murphy |
| United States |
| Megan cherished watching her father engage in Scouting and wants to pay tribute to him by actively pursuing his passion through joining the BP Fellowship. |
| Ms Carole Neysmith |
| United States |
| Carole Neysmith is a senior operations leader with 25+ years’ experience building high-performing global teams. A systems thinker, she drives transformation through talent development, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined project delivery. |
| Mr Ronald Neysmith |
| United States |
| A member of the long-standing BP Fellowship family, the Neysmiths. Ron serves as a Credit Analyst at S&P Global. |
| Ms Annaliese M. Parker |
| United States |
| Annaliese has volunteered in Scouting for nearly 20 years, serving as National Venturing President and on several national committees. She now supports youth as a Council Venturing Officers Association Advisor. |
| Mr Jose Pizarro-Otero MD |
| Puerto Rico |
| Dr. José Pizarro Otero is a dedicated physician, leader, and lifelong Scout whose journey began at the age of 9. It was during his early years in Scouting that he discovered his passion for medicine while working on his first aid merit badge—a moment that |
| Mr Fredrik Ramberg |
| Sweden |
| Fredrik Johan Ramberg was a Scout in childhood and continues to live by Scouting values. He supports the Movement to help more young people benefit from its leadership and service. |
| Ms Helen Rimsberg |
| Sweden |
| Helen Rimsberg, founder of Le Dressing Monaco, is a pioneer in luxury resale. Since 2000, she has built a trusted boutique renowned for authentic vintage designer pieces, serving an exclusive clientele in Monte Carlo. |
| Ms Mardi Shepard |
| United States |
| Martha Casebolt Shepard has been involved in Scouting since childhood and has served in many leadership roles. Now retired, she continues to volunteer in her community, guided by the belief that to lead is to serve. |
| Mr Michael Stillwell |
| Australia |
| e WolfMichael Stillwell began Scouting with 1st Hawthorn at Scotch College, Melbourne. He later served in alumni and foundation leadership and supported local Scouting as Chair of the Boroondara District Committee. |
| Mr Brandon Michael Stratz |
| United States |
| Brandon is an Aerospace and Defense executive at Boeing Phantom Works, he leads advanced missile defense programs and $500M+ technology portfolios. With experience in federal service and industry, he brings strategic leadership, multi-prime collaboration, |
| Mrs Linn Ternefors |
| Sweden |
| Linn has devoted the greater part of her life to the Scout movement. At the age of 25 she was appointed Secretary General of her association. 2020 she was elected International Commissioner for Scouterna and four years later as Chair of the Board. |
| Mrs Brigitte Therivel |
| United States |
| Brigitte has been scouting for 56 years. She strongly believes in youth leadership training particularly in her Interamerica Region, where she helped found the very successful Interamerican Leadership Training (ILT). In 2018 she was honored with the Bronze Wolf. |
| Mr Victor E. Tort |
| Mexico |
| Victor Tort began Scouting at 14 and attended his first World Scout Jamboree at 17. He continues to support international Scouting events and youth engagement. |
| Mr Tod Trabocco |
| United States |
| Tod joined Plast, the Ukrainian Scouting Organization, when he was 10 years old. He is an investment consultant. |
| Mr Alejandro Urbina |
| Mexico |
| Alejandro joined the Scout Movement in 1988. He achieved the highest rank of "Caballero Scout" (Scout Knight) in Mexico. As a volunteer, he has taken on many diverse responsibilities at both the local and national levels. Since 1999, he has participated in national, and world events, he is known for helping Scouts pursue their dreams through generous support. |
| Mr Louis Wagner Ley |
| Luxembourg |
| Louis began his journey as a Scout in Luxembourg and remains committed to intergenerational leadership, mentoring young people and strengthening community ties through service and engagement. |
| Mr Daniel L. Walters |
| United States |
| Dan Walters, CEO of Copper Harbor Co., leads a contract chemical manufacturing company serving global and startup clients. A dedicated Scouting America volunteer for 28 years, he was honored with the 2025 Silver Buffalo Award for his exceptional service. |
| Mrs Linda Worm |
| Denmark |
| Linda was never a Scout herself, but through her husband’s scouting adventures and now as the mother of a daughter in Scouting, she has experienced first-hand what a fantastic journey it is, and the positive impact it has on young people worldwide. |
| Mr Thomas Richard Yarboro |
| United States |
| Tom has enthusiastically supported International Scouting for 50 years. As a youth he was a Scout, an Explorer; and later became an Adult Leader. Tom has received the International Scouter Award, is a Member of the Order of the Condor of the Interamerica Foundation.A life member of KISC and recipient of the International Scouter Award, he serves on Scouting America's National Executive Board. |
| Mr Jonathan Zaldivar Hernandez |
| Mexico |
| Jonathan is passionate about supporting both young people and wider society. His work at the Central Bank of Mexico enables him to contribute professionally to Mexican society. He has worked with organisations such as the Red Cross and Save the Children, |
Young Baden-Powell Fellows
| Mr Tomás Arias |
| Panama |
| Tomás is passionate about making Scouting welcoming for everyone, and has spent years supporting inclusion work across Panama, the UK, and beyond through practical leadership, collaboration, and advocacy. |
| Ms Melissa El Feghali |
| Lebanon |
| Melissa is a Scout from Lebanon who works with international non-profits serving youth and communities worldwide. Her journey from local to global is shaped by a strong sense of duty and belief that we all have a role in creating change. |
| Mr Marwan Ahmed Awny Elagha |
| Egypt |
| Marwan Awny, Scout of 18 years & MOP Hero, empowers Middle East youth to navigate regional challenges with courage and purpose, creating a better world through decision-making and diplomacy. |
| Mrs Mónica Figueroa Arias |
| Colombia |
| Monica Figueroa Arias is a lawyer and researcher specialising in security and human rights. She has served for many years as the International Commissioner for Scouts de Colombia, as well as holding a roles on the Interamerican Youth Network. |
| Mr Matteo Guzzi |
| Canada |
| Matteo is an optimistic visionary that is passionate about empowering and lifting people around him. He joined the scouts in Toronto, Canada at age 20 as a Rover and has since served as a volunteer in international events and in his local patrol. |
| Mr Jack Horgan |
| Ireland |
| Jack has been an active member of Scouting Ireland from a young age, serving in roles within his local group and at a national level. Having previously worked at the European Central Bank, he will complete his MSc in Mathematics from Oxford this summer. |
| Mr Gašper Kristanec |
| Slovenia |
| Active in Scouting leadership and international projects, Gašper brings IT and logistics expertise to support events, digital platforms, and youth development across Europe and beyond. |
| Mr Jonathan Landolt |
| Switzerland |
| Sputnik has been in Scouting for over 20 years, starting as a Cub Scout through the typical path of leadership roles, up to section leader. He now is the leader for the regional Scout age group. |
| Mrs & Mr Lucy and Jonathan Landolt |
| Switzerland |
| Lucy has been involved in Scouting since age 11, achieving her King’s Scout and Gold DofE. She has led a Scout group, supported outdoor teams, and volunteered internationally as a KISC Pinkie. |
| Ms Andrea Marron |
| United States |
| Andrea joined Scouting America in 2018. The 2024-25 National Venturing President, an Eagle Scout, Summit Award Recipient, and MoP, she is now a volunteer serving a variety of Scouting’s programs in the U.S. |
| Ms Anne Porchet |
| Switzerland |
| Fascinated by the dedication and engagement of HH Princess Sama Bint Faisal Al Saud,she recently joined the BP Fellowship and is excited to continue supporting future generations of Scouts around the world. |
| Mr Luc Porchet |
| Switzerland |
| Fascinated by the dedication and engagement of HH Princess Sama Bint Faisal Al Saud,she recently joined the BP Fellowship and is excited to continue supporting future generations of Scouts around the world. |
| Ms Lou Reckinger |
| Luxembourg |
| Lou has been a Scout for over 20 years and carries Scouting values into her work. She founded an organization supporting girls affected by sexual violence, showing how Scouting shapes leadership beyond the campsite. |
| Mr Alexander Regan |
| France |
| .For Alex, Scouting has been a source of inspiration and purpose. A Baden-Powell Youth Fellow and Master's student at Erasmus University Rotterdam, he is committed to giving back through mentorship and service. |
| Mr Josh Sharrad |
| United Kingdom |
| Josh has been a Scout for the past 20 years in London, he is currently an Explorer leader and loves attending international Scout events. During the week he works in IT, currently in schools, managing a small team in a large environment. |
| Mr Alhassan Soltan |
| Egypt |
| Alhassan, a Scout from Egypt since age five, served as Youth Advisor to the World Scout Committee and Director of the Kandersteg International Scout Centre Centenary. He is passionate about strategy, sustainability and youth development. |
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