TEAM
Marcel Barragan, Founder & Creative Director.
Writer, Speaker and Gestalt Counseling Therapist. Influential philanthropic cinema, winner of the award in the New Film category with his feature-length debut REDENCIÓN, as well as being the creator of multiple film projects including Life REBORN, a short film made with NASA material that has won multiple awards to date in: United States (Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Oregon and Kentucky), Panama, Mexico, Uruguay, Canada, Australia, India, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Portugal, Italy, Romania and Spain for Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Performances, Best Director, Best Children’s Programming, Best Human Content and more… Writer of the book I! When the heaven is on earth… and of several scripts (INVICTA, I!, “A SALVO”) including the feature-length version of Life REBORN. Lecturer and Workshop facilitator. marcel@bcguniverse.org marcelbarragan.com
David Hudson, Vice President & Marketing Director
Executive Producer and Philanthropist. His career brings together experience in public health and the private sector, with a consistent focus on supporting diverse and vulnerable communities. Beyond his professional expertise, David is known for his genuine commitment to helping others and for championing initiatives that promote social good and equitable opportunities, and brings together experience in public health management, private‑sector marketing, and small‑business leadership. His work is grounded in a long‑standing commitment to helping others, particularly immigrants and refugees.
He holds a master’s degree from Tufts University and a bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University.
Samuel Gelvis, Treasurer & Producer
Samuel Gelvis is an Accountant and Co‑founder of the Mundo Ayuda Foundation, an organization through which he developed and produced numerous social and cultural events dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities. His experience brings together financial management, project coordination, and a deep commitment to social impact.
Throughout his career, Samuel has led initiatives that integrate organizational clarity, transparency, and community service, helping strengthen assistance programs and public engagement efforts.
Jill Caplener, Board Member & Distinguished Social Advisor.
Jan Caplener, Board Member & Distinguished Corporate Advisor.
Giancarlo Castro D’Addona, Artistic Staff & Founder Emeritus
Conducer of the Reed College Orchestra in the state of Oregon in the United States. Also Conducer of the Portland Youth Philarmonic Wind Ensemble in the United States. Creator of the “Rhapsody for Talents”; directing it at the colossal Radio France Theater in Paris in celebration of the 190th Anniversary of the Buffet Group. Composer for the concert in commemoration of the 100 years of Instrumental Music at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles conducted by Maestro Gustavo Dudamel 2023. Winner of two gold medals at the GLOBAL MUSIC AWARDS in San Diego, California (USA). Categories: Composer and Score. Composer for youth and children’s orchestras. His music is published by BIM Editions in Switzerland. giancarlocastro.com/
We are based in Portland and Miami, and we also have a wonderful team that produces from Santiago de Chile, Caracas, and Montevideo.
OUR VALUES
HUMANITY
SERVICE
INCLUSION
We place the human experience at the center of everything we create. Our work honors vulnerability, dignity, and emotional truth, ensuring that every story, every initiative, and every partnership reflects deep respect for the people we serve. Humanity guides our artistic choices and our social mission, reminding us that cinema is ultimately about people—about seeing them, hearing them, and standing with them.
Our Artistic Projects are based on the needs of society to help and generate change. This sense of service drives our team and allies to work with passion and dedication, ensuring that actions really make a positive difference in the lives of others.
We focus on the well-being of people, and being at the service of those in need can generate a multiplier effect, since each person benefited can also reach out to another.
Our philosophy and practice is to ensure that all people, regardless of their differences, feel welcome, valued and supported. It is a commitment to create an environment where all individuals have the opportunity to fully participate in our programs as part of our team, or being benefited and helped as part of the community.
We believe in Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Active Participation, Respect and Dignity.
To create an Inclusive community where each person feels an integral part of our mission, contributing to a positive and sustainable impact on society. And ensuring that all beneficiaries have equal access to the resources and opportunities of bcg Universe Inc.
