GENERAL BOARD

MAK DODAN

PRESIDENT

ALEKSANDRS BORODAJENKO

VICE PRESIDENT

BETTINA FREDRIX

TREASURER

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PRESIDENT

Mak Đodan

Mak Đodan (born 1990, Zagreb, Croatia) grew up in a dog-breeding family and has been part of the international dog world from an early age. His background includes experience with multiple breeds and long-standing involvement in dog shows, events, and media.

Mak is a professional dog photographer running mobile photo studios across Europe, with award-winning work recognized internationally, including Professional Dog Portrait of the Year 2018 at the first WDPA Photo Competition. He was responsible for the official photography of the World Dog Show 2024 and managed press accreditations at both the World Dog Show 2023 in Geneva and 2024 in Zagreb.

In addition to his media work, Mak is closely involved in Junior Handling. He previously organized the European Junior Handling Finals and is appointed Organizer of the International Junior Handling Competition at the World Dog Show 2027.

Mak joined the board of the World Dog Press Association in 2020 and has served as President since April 2024, focusing on strengthening international cooperation, professionalism, and media standards within the dog world.

VICE PRESIDENT

Aleksandrs Borodajenko

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TREASURER

Bettina Fredrix

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WDPA FOUNDER AND CEO

Karl Donvil

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Founder and the Executive Officer of WDPA.
Freelance reporter & photographer.
Former member of the Editorial Board of the FCI. Press Officer of the FCI European Dog Show 2016 in Brussels.

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