Founding period
Leadership that protects the vision and serves the members.
Permanent leadership safeguards I-ATIC’s Charter, identity and long-term direction. Elected leadership, chosen by eligible members for a three-year term, runs programmes, membership and day-to-day affairs.
Until the first democratic election is conducted, a Founding Governing Committee administers I-ATIC, establishes the initial membership framework, approves the first election regulations and prepares the transition to the Elected Executive Council.
Founder & Permanent Chairman
Custodian of the founding vision.
The Founder is recognised as the Founder and Permanent Chairman of I-ATIC, subject to the final legal structure adopted by the organisation, and provides founding leadership and strategic direction in accordance with the Constitution and bylaws.
The Founder may nominate successors to permanent positions, subject to applicable law and the Constitution.
A continuing role in protecting:
- The identity of I-ATIC
- Its international character
- Its founding objectives
- Institutional continuity
- The integrity of its Charter
Permanent Governing Council
Guardians of the Charter.
The PGC is the permanent institutional and strategic body. It protects the Charter, the I-ATIC name and brand, approves fundamental amendments and international chapters, resolves constitutional disputes and reviews the performance of the Elected Executive Council. It meets at least once a year.
The exact number of members may be determined by the Founding Charter.
The PGC may consist of:
- Founder & Permanent Chairman
- Permanent President / Founding President
- Permanent Vice Chairmen
- Founding Council Members
- Permanent Council Members
- Eminent International Advisors
- Honorary Patrons
Elected Executive Council
Office bearers.
The EEC is responsible for the democratic administration and operational affairs of I-ATIC. It meets at least once every quarter and serves a three-year term; members may seek re-election.
Office bearer
President
The principal elected representative of I-ATIC.
- Presides over meetings of the EEC
- Represents I-ATIC in official engagements
- Provides leadership to the Executive Council
- Coordinates with the Permanent Governing Council
- Promotes international partnerships
- Supervises implementation of approved programmes
Office bearer
Secretary-General
The chief executive and administrative officer of I-ATIC, supported by professional staff.
- Manages the Secretariat
- Implements decisions and maintains official records
- Coordinates country chapters and international programmes
- Manages membership administration
- Prepares reports
- Supports the President and governing bodies
Office bearer
Treasurer
Oversees the financial administration of I-ATIC, in compliance with applicable law.
- Maintains financial records
- Prepares budgets
- Monitors income and expenditure
- Presents financial reports
- Coordinates statutory audits
- Ensures financial controls
The EEC also includes an Executive Vice President, Vice Presidents, a Joint Secretary-General and Executive Council Members. The number of Vice Presidents and Executive Council Members is set according to the size of I-ATIC. The President does not exercise powers reserved exclusively for the PGC.
Wider leadership
Advisers, sector councils and chapters.
International Advisory Council
Eminent industrialists, entrepreneurs, academicians, investors, diplomats, policymakers, technology leaders and international experts who provide strategic advice. Advisers do not automatically hold voting rights.
Sector Councils
Specialised councils — from Trade & Investment and AI & Digital Economy to Healthcare and Renewable Energy — provide expertise and recommendations to the Executive Council.
Chapter leadership
Each chapter may have a Chairperson, President, Secretary, Treasurer and Executive Committee, operating under the I-ATIC Constitution and local law.
Our leaders
The people behind I-ATIC.
Leadership profiles coming soon
Profiles of I-ATIC’s office bearers and council members will be published here as appointments are confirmed.
Standards for office bearers
Leadership with accountability.
Every office bearer must be a member of I-ATIC and sign the Declaration of Acceptance of the Constitution and bylaws before assuming office — at national, state, regional and international level.
- No office without membership and signed acceptance.
- Every conflict of interest disclosed.
- Removal only after fair notice and a hearing.
- No elected term beyond the prescribed period.
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