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The President of the Southern Hemisphere 2027 edition will be revealed in January. Stay tuned: the name that will guide our jury’s final tasting is coming soon.

Marcelo Scofano is an "azeitologist" based in Rio de Janeiro and the founder of Estilo Gourmet, a movement celebrating the finest olive oils. A researcher, consultant and international trainer, he is renowned for his work on olive oil pairings. As panel leader and President of the jury for the Southern Hemisphere, he brings his devotion to sensory exploration to every tasting, always with his signature good vibes.

Alexandra Paris is one of the most influential French women in the olive oil sector. As head of communication of the French interprofessional organisation FRANCE OLIVE, she leads its promotion and follows all regulations affecting the French and European markets. Born in Provence, she was raised in the tradition of extra virgin olive oil, and her work keeps her informed of every industry development and trend. She is also a professional olive oil taster.

Octave de Gaulle is a product designer and founder of SPADE, working at the intersection of design, culture and space exploration. His work explores how objects can sustain rituals, symbols and sensory experience in constrained and demanding environments.

Tom Kan is a Japanese director, photographer and graphic designer based in Paris, known for his iconic film title sequences. His work explores the intersection of motion, typography and visual intensity, shaping some of the most memorable openings in contemporary cinema.

@tomkandesign