Martti Ahtisaari, former member of AIESEC Finland(1963-1965), a former President of Finland (1994–2000), 2008 Nobel Peace Prize winner and United Nations diplomat and mediator, noted for his international peace work.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2008 to Martti Ahtisaari for his important efforts, on several continents and over more than three decades, to resolve international conflicts. These efforts have contributed to a more peaceful world and to “fraternity between nations” in Alfred Nobel’s spirit.

Throughout all his adult life, whether as a senior Finnish public servant and President or in an international capacity, often connected to the United Nations, Ahtisaari has worked for peace and reconciliation. For the past twenty years, he has figured prominently in endeavours to resolve several serious and long-lasting conflicts.

Considering the importance of the International Presidents Meeting 2008 and the exposure that Macedonia will have on the Global International Stage, two support bodies were established: Board of Patrons and Board fo Advisors. Having in mind the experience, expertise and knowledge that these people have, their role is to support the Congress Committee in the overall process of the organization and realization of the International Presidents Meeting 2008.
Members of these bodies are:

AIESEC Macedonia gives a special recognition to the Board Members for their support to the International Presidents Meeting 2008.