Rosso José Serrano Cadena was born on August 30, 1942, in Vélez, Santander. He joined the National Police of Colombia in 1960, trained at the General Santander Police Cadet School, and earned a doctorate in Law and Political Science from La Gran Colombia University. During his tenure as Director General of the National Police from 1994 to 2000, he played a crucial role in the fight against drug trafficking, leading operations that contributed to the dismantling of the Cali and Medellín cartels. Under his leadership, the National Police implemented major reforms that enhanced transparency and institutional efficiency, earning him recognition both nationally and internationally. In 1999, he was named “World’s Best Policeman” by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, in acknowledgment of his integrity and commitment to justice. After retiring from the National Police, Serrano continued his career in the diplomatic arena, serving as Colombia’s ambassador to Austria from 2002 to 2010, and as Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, where he continued contributing to the global fight against organized crime. His trajectory is a model of dedication and public service, and his legacy remains a reference in the history of security and justice in Colombia.

Entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience, Franz Serrano Evers has built an international career in fashion and cosmetics, expanding his projects to Latin America, North America, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. Passionate about innovation and excellence, he has created high-impact brands that blend science and nature to deliver effective and accessible products. As the founder of Rezet 360°, he has revolutionized the active cosmetics sector with a vision that balances quality, sustainability, and performance

Mariano brings over 30 years of experience in the field of not for profits, with proved leadership in education, community development, capacity building, and social welfare to his role as Executive Vice President at the Textus Mentis Foundation. Originally from Argentina, he began his journey in cultural and community work with Jewish Community Centers and through involvement in the Conservative and Liberal movements. Fluent in English, French, Spanish, Hebrew, and Italian, he has dedicated his career to creating and delivering innovative projects across Europe bringing on board of his projects several foundations and private donors. Most recently, Mariano served as Executive Director of the European Council of Jewish Communities (ECJC), where he oversaw programs in Jewish education, welfare, community engagement, and youth work. Based near Bologna, he frequently travels across Europe and US to learn what are the new challenges in the field and to strengthen potential new partnerships for the Foundation’s programs At Textus Mentis, Mariano uses his strategic insight, multicultural background, and operational expertise to shape and deliver innovative philanthropic initiatives. His commitment to collaboration, ethical leadership, and measurable impact ensures our investments truly resonate and drive lasting change.

Lawyer, Universidad de La Sabana (1993), with over 20 years of experience in the public sector. She is Founding Partner of Audire Sostenible Lawyers buffet. She holds a specialization in Environmental Law from Universidad del Rosario, a Master’s in Environmental Auditing and Business Planning from the Institute for Ecological Research in Málaga, Spain, and a specialization in Constitutional Law and Constitutional Litigation from Universidad Javeriana. Her professional career has focused on environmental and agrarian matters for six years, deepened through her roles as Judicial Prosecutor and Delegate Prosecutor for Environmental and Agrarian Affairs. For 12 years, she worked at the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic, holding various positions, most notably in the Fiscal Responsibility division, where she served as Delegate Comptroller and Head of the Special Investigations Unit against Corruption from 2013 until September 2023. Her management style has been results-oriented, with a strong focus on achieving high-impact goals through leadership, responsibility, teamwork, and knowledge-sharing. She has also taught Environmental Law for approximately three years at Universidad del Rosario, Universidad de La Sabana, and Fundación Universitaria Los Libertadores.

CEO, M&C; Saatchi PR Francesca Noseda brings over 20 years of expertise in strategic communication, brand identity, and public relations and became a respected voice in the fields of luxury, design, travel, hospitality, food, fashion, jewelry, and beauty. As CEO of M&C; Saatchi PR since 2015, Francesca advises top-tier brands with a distinctive blend of strategic acumen and creative flair. She works closely with executive boards to shape brand narratives, align communication strategies, and foster cross-industry collaborations with an avant-garde approach. Previously, she led her own firm, Francesca Noseda Press Public Relations, and held key roles at Alias – Poltrona Frau Group as Worldwide Communication Manager, and Weber Shandwick as Account Executive. Her portfolio includes long-standing collaborations with icons of design and luxury such as Ettore Sottsass, Alessandro Mendini, Zaha Hadid, Peter Marino, and Gaetano Pesce. She has developed and nurtured high-profile partnerships across sectors, from Alain Ducasse and Romeo Collection in hospitality to Damiani in fine jewelry and Flos, De Padova, B&B; Italia, Cappellini, Kartell, and Moroso in design.

A professional with a solid background in retail, marketing, and cosmetics, Marco Bertondini focuses on strategic development and operational coordination of commercial and creative projects. Currently leading Rezet Milano, he promotes an innovative and sustainable approach, with particular attention to the dialogue between territory, culture, and business. He collaborates with both public and private entities to develop initiatives with high social and environmental value.