26/05/2026
🏆 Official Statement from the New WDC S.D.C. Chairman & Vice President, Dimitrios Karavas 🏆
"Today, I am deeply honored and profoundly happy to announce that I have been elected as the new Chairman of the Social Dance Committee (S.D.C.) of the World Dance Council, and consequently, as one of the WDC Vice Presidents!
While I recognize the immense responsibility and the heavy workload that lies ahead, I am fully committed to giving my absolute best for the WDC—the undisputed top dance organization worldwide.
My heartfelt gratitude goes out to all the countries that nominated me, to every nation present that cast their vote in my favor, and to all Members of the Executive Board. I owe a very special thank you to our President, Mr. Donnie Burns MBE, for his invaluable help, guidance, and support.
I also want to extend my warmest congratulations and a big 'Good Luck' to the newly elected Members of the S.D.C. Committee who will be working alongside me:
• Mr. Pier Luigi Petracca (Senior Vice Chairman)
• Mr. Mauro D'Ambrosi
• Mr. Jean-Pierre Pielsmager
• Mr. Niki Seifert
• Mr. Jiri Plaminek
• Mr. Francois Visele
Together, we will work tirelessly to elevate and inspire the global dance community!"
— Dimitrios Karavas
Chairman of the WDC Social Dance Committee & WDC Vice President