Level 1
Global President
The highest elected leader, responsible for overall vision, international representation, strategic partnerships and governance.
Governance
Organisational structure and leadership
How the Council is led, from the Global Governing Board through regional and country leadership to community level.
Global Governing Board
Four offices, each with a published role and set of responsibilities.
Level 2
Global Vice President
Supports the President and oversees strategic operations across regions.
Level 3
Presedient, Brazil
Chief administrative and governance officer, responsible for operations and compliance.
Level 4
Executive Council Member
Senior leaders responsible for policy development, strategic direction and organisational oversight.
Leadership hierarchy
Thirteen levels, from the Global President to student membership.
01
Global President
02
Global Vice President
03
Global Secretary General
04
Executive Council
05
Regional Presidents
06
Country Presidents
07
State and Province Presidents
08
City Presidents
09
Community Leaders
10
Charter Members
11
Associate Members
12
University Members
13
Student Members
Country chapter leadership
Every country chapter fills these thirteen roles. A chapter is chartered only once it can.
| Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Country President | Leads the chapter and represents the Council in the country. |
| Vice President | Deputises for the President and leads chapter initiatives. |
| Secretary General | Chapter administration, records and compliance. |
| Innovation Director | Innovation programmes, labs and challenges. |
| Education Director | University partnerships and talent programmes. |
| Investment Director | Investor relations, pitch events and capital access. |
| Women Leadership Chair | Women Leadership Council activity in the country. |
| Youth Leadership Chair | Student and young entrepreneur programmes. |
| Trade Director | Trade missions, delegations and export support. |
| Technology Director | Technology adoption and sector forums. |
| Government Relations Director | Liaison with government and public bodies. |
| Regional Chapter Heads | Lead sub-national regions within the country. |
| City Coordinators | Run city-level activity and community events. |
Community leadership
Communities sit alongside councils and chapters — a professional, industry, city, university or thematic group led by a member.
What a community leader does
- Build and engage members within the community
- Organise networking events
- Share knowledge and opportunities
- Connect members with Council programmes
- Report community activity
- Identify collaboration opportunities
Examples of communities
- AI Community
- Startup Community
- Women Leadership Community
- Manufacturing Community
- Healthcare Community
- Young Entrepreneurs Community
- Country or city communities
Leadership principles
Expected of every leader in the Council, at every level.
01
Demonstrate integrity and ethical leadership.
02
Promote collaboration over competition.
03
Support innovation and entrepreneurship.
04
Encourage diversity and inclusion.
05
Mentor emerging leaders.
06
Represent the Council professionally.
07
Foster cross-border partnerships.
08
Create measurable value for members.
09
Uphold transparency and accountability.
10
Advance sustainable economic and social development.
Membership
Join the Council
Applications are free to submit and are assessed by the Membership Committee. Fees are payable only if your application is approved.
Partnership
Work with CIBET
Chambers, institutions, associations, corporates and public bodies can partner with the Council on programmes, events and delegations.