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GBR Board & Governance
Governance & Leadership

Board & Governance

Guiding GBR's global mission with integrity, purpose, and Biblical accountability across 82+ nations.

Role of the Board of Governance

The Board is GBR's highest authority, setting strategy, ensuring financial integrity, and keeping every decision aligned with our Christ-centred mission.

From appointing Executive Officers to guiding long-term vision, the Board ensures GBR operates with transparency and Biblical accountability across every chapter and country it serves.

82+Countries Represented
7Board Committees
43African Nations Served
2009Year Established

Executive Board Members

Dedicated leaders from across GBR's global network, united by a shared commitment to servant leadership and Kingdom impact.

MM
Founding Member & Chairperson
Mapule Madi
Founding Member, Global Business Roundtable
Johannesburg, South Africa
ET
Head of Europe
Eduardo Tejedor
Head of Europe, Global Business Roundtable
Europe Chapter
DS
Strategic Consultant
Daniel Silva
Consultant, Global Business Roundtable
International Operations
GdB
Board Member, Finance & Governance
Gerry de Beer
Finance & Governance, Global Business Roundtable
Southern Africa
TM
Board Member, Communications
Thami Manzi
Communications Lead, Global Business Roundtable
South Africa
TN
Board Member, Member Relations
Thuli Nkosi
Member Relations, Global Business Roundtable
South Africa

GBR Board Committees

Six focused committees keep GBR running effectively, each responsible for a key area of our global operations.

Executive Committee
Chaired by: Founding Chairperson
  • Mapule Madi Chair
  • Eduardo Tejedor
  • Daniel Silva
  • Gerry de Beer
Finance & Audit Committee
Oversight of financial integrity and reporting
  • Gerry de Beer Chair
  • Daniel Silva
  • Thami Manzi
  • External Auditor Representative
Nominations & Elections Committee
Governance of leadership appointments
  • Thuli Nkosi Chair
  • Eduardo Tejedor
  • Regional Chapter Representative
  • Member-at-Large
Strategic Development Committee
Long-term vision and growth strategy
  • Eduardo Tejedor Chair
  • Mapule Madi
  • Daniel Silva
  • Regional Chapter Leads (rotating)
Ethics & Standards Committee
Upholding Biblical values and member conduct
  • Thami Manzi Chair
  • Thuli Nkosi
  • Gerry de Beer
  • Pastoral Adviser (advisory)
International Expansion Working Group
Growth into new nations and regions
  • Eduardo Tejedor Chair
  • Daniel Silva
  • Africa Region Lead
  • Americas and Asia Middle East Leads

How the Board Operates

Six clear functions define how the Board leads, from strategy and finances to ethics and global growth.

01

Strategic Oversight

Reviews GBR's multi-year plan and meets formally twice a year to keep the organisation on course.

02

Financial Stewardship

Oversees budgets and audits, treating every financial decision as an act of Biblical accountability.

03

Leadership Appointments

Manages the selection of Executive Officers and Committee Chairs with integrity and purpose.

04

Policy & Constitutional Matters

Holds sole authority over GBR's Constitution and Bylaws, with all changes shared transparently.

05

Ethics & Member Standards

Ensures GBR remains a safe, professional, and godly space for every member, everywhere.

06

International Growth & Partnerships

Identifies opportunities to expand GBR into new nations and deepen partnerships aligned with our values.

Board Documents & References

Key documents that govern how GBR operates, available to all members and stakeholders.

GBR Constitution & BylawsThe foundational governing document of the Global Business Roundtable
Board of Governance CharterRoles, responsibilities and procedures of the Board and its committees
Board Meeting Schedule & Agenda ArchiveRecords of formal Board sessions and key resolutions
Board Member DirectoryContact details and portfolios for current Board of Governance members
GBR Strategic PlanOur long-term vision and strategic framework for global holistic development
GBR Code of ConductStandards of behaviour and ethics for all GBR members and leadership
Annual Governance ReportYearly summary of Board activities, decisions, and organisational performance
Get Involved

Serve on a GBR Committee

If you have a heart for leadership and a desire to contribute to GBR's global mission, we would love to hear from you.