The GCBL - Global Chamber of Business Leaders offers opportunities for professional networking, market expansion, knowledge-sharing, mentoring, business advocacy, addressing important issues, resiliency, commerce & industry, economic development, trade, public policy, sustainability, climate change. Home: Welcome THE FUTURE BELONGS TO THOSE WHO LEAD IT. Join The GCBL Today! "The Global Chamber of Business Leaders unites extraordinary individuals - visionaries who don’t just see the future but actively shape it. They believe in the unwavering power of collaboration and co-creation, knowing that these are the only true paths to lasting peace and human progress." Home: Quote GCBL CROWNED WITH THE 2025 CORPORATE EXCELLENCE AWARD This recognition is more than just an award. It is proof that vision, values, and dedication can leave a mark on the world. That responsible leadership, ethics, and cooperation are not only words, but a force shaping the future. Discover More THE VALUES OF THE GLOBAL CHAMBER OF BUSINESS LEADERS At the heart of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) lies a profound conviction: that commerce is not merely an exchange of goods, but an exchange of conscience. We believe that economic power carries a moral responsibility - to build, to unite, and to preserve. Our values are not written in slogans but embodied in action. They represent the ethical architecture of our global mission and define how we engage with governments, corporations, and individuals around the world. 🌍 Integrity as the Core of Leadership We believe that leadership without integrity is power without direction. Every GCBL initiative, partnership, and dialogue begins with honesty, transparency, and accountability. We build trust - not through words, but through consistency of principle. 🌍 Cooperation Beyond Borders True progress knows no nationality. GCBL was founded on the principle that cooperation is the highest form of intelligence. By connecting visionaries, governments, and industries worldwide, we transcend political, cultural, and ideological barriers to create shared prosperity. 🌍 Peace Through Economic Interdependence We hold that sustainable peace is born not in treaties, but in trust - and trust is built through trade, collaboration, and mutual respect. GCBL promotes economic diplomacy as a path toward stability, understanding, and global coexistence. 🌍 Responsibility to Future Generations Every decision we make today must honor the generations that will follow. GCBL advocates for responsible business, ethical innovation, and sustainability as the new currency of progress - where growth is measured not only by profit, but by purpose. 🌍 Humanity as the Measure of Success Our chamber is not a network of corporations - it is a community of conscience. We measure success not by numbers, but by the positive impact we create: opportunities generated, lives improved, and peace advanced. 🌍 Dialogue Over Division n an era of polarization, GCBL stands as a neutral platform for understanding. We believe that conversation can bridge what conflict divides, and that empathy is the most powerful instrument of diplomacy. 🌍 Excellence with Humility We champion excellence - but without arrogance. Our leaders strive for greatness grounded in service, vision anchored in ethics, and ambition guided by wisdom. In essence, the values of GCBL reflect a single universal truth: that the purpose of leadership is not dominance, but stewardship - not to rule the world, but to repair it. ABOUT THE GLOBAL CHAMBER OF BUSINESS LEADERS What is the Global Chamber of Business Leaders? The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) is a united force that brings together the world’s most influential business titans, government leaders, CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers. Driven by a shared vision, we transcend borders to advocate for world peace, sustainable prosperity, and resilient business growth in an ever-evolving global economy. We believe that world peace is only possible through collaboration, and we have built a global network that unlocks unparalleled and limitless opportunities. As a dynamic alliance of influential individuals and entities, GCBL is dedicated to fostering meaningful collaboration, delivering transformative value, and empowering our members to meet challenges and celebrate victories. Our strength lies in cultivating a deeply interconnected global community that drives revenue generation, advances international business cooperation, fosters innovation, and promotes lasting prosperity and peace. Together, we ensure that our partners, members, and participants stay at the forefront of shaping the future of business. GCBL is more than a business network - it is a thriving ecosystem that transcends influence, fosters resilience, and embodies connectivity. We understand that interconnected businesses fuel growth, education unlocks new possibilities, and advocacy holds the power to drive transformation. With a global footprint spanning more than half of the world’s nations through a network of local representatives, GCBL is not just an advocate for change but an active driver of progress, facilitating the best business connections, unlocking global markets, and bridging entities that would otherwise never collaborate. As a Special Consultative Body to the United Nations (ECOSOC, 2025-7-30) and aligned with the UN Decade of Action, the Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) champions the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into future business models. At GCBL, we believe that the path to peace is the only true path to mutual understanding, respect, and cooperation. This conviction drives us to strengthen the growth and development of the global economy, to open new markets, and to foster innovation and prosperity. Where some see and build walls, we dismantle them - and in their place, we build bridges. Together, we shape a future that transcends borders - a future defined by collaboration, sustainability, and shared prosperity. We create progress, deliver impact, and build a world where businesses thrive and peace prevails. GCBL Brochure Home: About Read the President's Welcome Home: Image GOAL OF THE GLOBAL CHAMBER OF BUSINESS LEADERS In this pivotal Decade of Action, it is imperative for business leaders, government officials, and entrepreneurs worldwide to converge in this global marketplace. Here, the exchange of knowledge becomes the catalyst for fostering, encouraging, and propelling a new era of business cooperation and opportunities. Together, we must collaboratively navigate the intricacies of this transformative business environment, positioning ourselves as active contributors to a global solution. Acknowledging the paramount importance of intertwining innovative business models with sustainable strategies, our global mandate extends beyond mere participation. We commit to governance, policy development, and business evolution that resonates as a positive force across the environment, society, and the global economy. This commitment, grounded in the ideals of promoting peace and fostering prosperity, underscores our collective responsibility to navigate the challenges of today while laying the groundwork for a sustainable and harmonious future. 2025 YEAR OF CELEBRATION Learn More APPOINTMENTS IN GCBL, YOUR CHANCE Learn More OUR ETHICAL CHARTER Learn More Home: Causes LATEST EDITION - Edition 36 - February 2026 In an era of invisible power and influence, this edition unveils architecture of Power Without Noise. From David Rubenstein’s custodial capital to Werner Vogels’ global infrastructure, Flávio Bolsonaro exclusive cover and GCBL strategic rise in the U.S. Dive into the magazine here: STEP INTO THE LEGACY OF THOUGHT - EXPLORE ALL GLOBAL TRENDS MAGAZINE EDITIONS Stay informed and empowered with the latest updates from Global Trends Magazine (GTM), the official publication of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders. Discover insights on key topics such as economy, geopolitics, climate action, water protection, agriculture, finance, etc. See all Editions Edition 36 - February 2026 In an era of invisible power and influence, this edition unveils architecture of Power Without Noise. From David Rubenstein’s custodial capital to Werner Vogels’ global infrastructure, Flávio Bolsonaro exclusive cover and GCBL strategic rise in the U.S. Read More Edition 35 - January 2026 The Era of Consequence confronts a world where decisions made between 2020 and 2025 are no longer debated but lived. Featuring Aamir J. Sheikh, this issue explores leadership, accountability, moral clarity, and consequences demanding responsibility. Read More Edition 34 - December 2025 The Christmas Edition of Global Trends Magazine features opera diva Marija Vidović, whose artistry embodies the season’s spirit. Featuring the Top 10 Most Visionary Leaders of 2025 - exceptional figures reshaping our world with courage, innovation, and moral clarity. Read More Home: Take Action MEET THE VISIONARIES BEHIND GCBL, EXPLORE OUR GLOBAL IMPACT AND SERVICES We present to you the Excellence of our Executives! MEET THE BOARDS AND DELEGATES OF THE GLOBAL CHAMBER OF BUSINESS LEADERS Our Executives encompass a broad cross-section of experience from around the world, allowing the GCBL to be the leading business chamber globally. Learn More SERVICES OF THE GLOBAL CHAMBER OF BUSINESS LEADERS The services we offer are: Business Advocacy, Global Networking, Visibility and Exposure, Consulting, PR and Business Services, Referrals, Committee Connections and Working Groups, Summit and Global Events, and Many More. Learn More LATEST GCBL GLOBAL AMBASSADORS APPOINTMENTS GCBL Welcomes Its Newly Appointed Global Ambassadors See all from GCBL Ambassadors Ambassador REINER OPOKU Opoku is a prominent German art advisor, curator, cultural entrepreneur, and creative strategist, best known for his work at the intersection of art, business... Learn More Ambassador KAMALES LARDI Kamales Lardi is a global expert in digital transformation and CEO of Lardi & Partner Consulting. She combines 25+ years of experience with a... Learn More Ambassador Primarius Dr. SINIŠA GLUMICIC Primarius Dr. Siniša Glumičić is a renowned Croatian aesthetic surgeon specializing in maxillofacial surgery. He completed extensive training in the US, in Boston..., Learn More GLOBAL COALITION FOR COOPERATION AND PEACE (GCCP) Only United we can Stand for Peace. Cooperation - Trust - Peace. Act Now. Discover More BREAKING NEWS: LATEST EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS AT GCBL GCBL Welcomes New Executives Committed to Shaping the Future of Business and Diplomacy See all from GCBL News Director, Countertrading & Alternative Finance MATTHEW TALBERT Talbert is is an American senior corporate executive and entrepreneur best known as Chief Executive Officer of International Offset Corporation (IOC), a... Learn More Delegate for Brazil RIC SCHENKMAN Scheinkman serves as President of the National Confederation of Brazil–Israel Chambers of Commerce (CNBI), where he spearheaded the... Learn More Special Advisor to the President KANAT SAUDABAYEV Saudabayev is a politician who served as the State Secretary of Kazakhstan. Prior to that, he served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador to the USA. Learn More BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Why Become a Member of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders? Joining GCBL isn’t just joining an organization - it’s stepping into the future. 🌍 Global Recognition and Prestige Connect your name, brand, or business with an elite international community of world changers. GCBL stands for credibility, influence, and global respect. 🌍 Direct Access to Global Decision-Makers Membership opens doors to the highest levels of global business and diplomacy - from billionaires and investors to CEOs, ministers, and international power brokers. 🌍 Help Shape the Future - Don’t Just Observe It Be heard where global strategies are crafted. Participate in international projects, investment summits, high-level diplomatic forums, and exclusive business events. 🌍 Build Your Influence and Global Visibility GCBL doesn’t just create connections - it builds authority. Members gain international exposure through GTM, strategic platforms, media partnerships, and curated opportunities. 🌍 A Partner for Sustainability and Peace With GCBL, you stand at the forefront of responsible global leadership. Through the Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace, you actively contribute to unity, sustainability, and lasting peace. 🌍 One Year of Membership - Unlimited Global Opportunity Each GCBL membership lasts one full year, regardless of the entry point. That year grants you unmatched access, visibility, and potential. Extend it - and your year of opportunity becomes a lifetime of global impact. 🌍 Strategic Collaborations with Global Titans As a GCBL member, you gain privileged access to high-level collaborations with multinational corporations, sovereign wealth funds, innovation clusters, and international initiatives. These are not just introductions - they are invitations to co-lead projects with the world’s most influential institutions. 🌍 Thought Leadership and Legacy Building Membership elevates you as more than a business leader - it positions you as a global voice. Through keynote engagements, expert panels, published insights, and elite roundtables, you shape dialogue and build a lasting legacy. 🌍 A Seat at the Table of History GCBL is not an observer in global transformation - it is one of its key architects. As a member, you are invited to actively influence the economic, diplomatic, and social shifts defining our time. This is not just membership. It is participation in writing the next chapter of global leadership. Join Us Now! YOUNG BUSINESS LEADERS PROGRAM (YBLP) The Young Business Leaders Program aims to be the largest and most accessible ecosystem for young business leaders across the globe. We are committed to making a measurable impact on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, accelerating business opportunities, and impacting our world's environment by allowing our members to collaborate and network. Discover More THE FORCE BEHIND THE UNITED NATIONS Special Consultative Status with the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Discover More GATEWAY TO EUROPEAN COMMISSION FUNDS AND TENDERS Granting the organization full eligibility to access and compete for European Union (EU) funding opportunities. Discover More BUSINESS COALITION FOR A GLOBAL PLASTICS TREATY Global Chamber of Business Leaders is a part of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. Together with the world's largest companies GCBL is supporting the development of an ambitious and effective treaty to end plastic pollution. 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Read More Edition 34 - December 2025 The Christmas Edition of Global Trends Magazine features opera diva Marija Vidović, whose artistry embodies the season’s spirit. Featuring the Top 10 Most Visionary Leaders of 2025 - exceptional figures reshaping our world with courage, innovation, and moral clarity. Read More Edition 33 - November 2025 Emir Hadžihafizbegović - actor, statesman, and voice of moral resilience - reminds us that art is humanity’s last frontier of conscience. Ethics, technology, and leadership with Ray Dalio, Eileen Fisher, Jesper Brodin, and Kate Darling - progress without conscience is collapse in disguise. Read More Edition 32 - October 2025 At the heart of this edition stands Prince Édouard de Ligne-La Trémoïlle, a symbol of legacy transformed into purpose. This issue redefines progress - not as advancement, but as conscience in motion. How power, innovation, and morality converge in an age defined by AI. Read More Edition 31 - September 2025 Tanveer Naseer and Borut Jordan remind us: progress without ethics is hollow - only empathy and cooperation secure our future. The September 2025 edition stands as a manifesto for responsible leadership and global cooperation. Marc Benioff, Satya Nadella, Sundar Pichai, and Tobi Lütke. Read More Edition 30 - August 2025 The Minds of Capital: Larry Fink, Cathie Wood, David Bronner, Joey Bergstein, Dato Sean Seah, and Lucy Chow. Visionaries turning capital into a geopolitical force and the moral compass of our century. Dato Sean Seah drives tech innovation to bridge ASEAN’s digital divide. Read More Edition 29 - July 2025 Dr. Siniša Glumičić, H.E. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, François-Henri Pinault, and Bernard Arnault, redefining ethics and luxury on a global scale. The World is Shifting. From wealth migration to climate litigation and nature’s intelligence, Global Trends Magazine 29 captures the forces reshaping our future. Read More Edition 28 - June 2025 Nicole Wagner is pushing the boundaries of science with her space-tested artificial retina, offering hope to millions. This issue explores the unraveling of globalization, rising economic nationalism, and GCBL’s growing global influence through its UN consultative status. Read More Edition 27 - May 2025 Zlatko Mateša, former Croatian Prime Minister and Olympic leader, sets the global tone in our commanding cover story. Kamales Lardi, one of the world’s top digital transformation experts, shares her vision of tech with purpose and humanity. GTM - where trends are born. Read More Edition 26 - April 2025 Led by Dr. Lauren Boglioli, Igor Coretti Kuret, David Wertheim Aymes Issue 26 delivers insights from the world’s most impactful minds. From BRICS and AI to health breakthroughs and sustainability - this edition is a must-read for tomorrow’s leaders. 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Read More Edition 22 - December 2024 Alba Steinlechner features an exceptional cover story about Isorel, cancer treatment, and an innovative pharmaceutical company. The issue also includes an interview with Enzio Stellato, a prominent Italian entrepreneur, discussing the historic meeting in Rome, and other trending topics. Read More Edition 21 - November 2024 The 21st edition brings you an interview with exceptional Ngaire Woods' strong global vision and advanced academic leadership. The Oloid – a geometric shape with the potential to significantly impact our future. An exclusive interview with Tobias Langscheid, a Swiss visionary. Read More Edition 20 - October 2024 We are thrilled to present you with the 20th edition of Global Times Magazine, the World's Best Business Magazine. An exclusive story of Sir John Hegarty and an interview with the extraordinary Brankica Borovic, as well as many exclusive stories we bring only for you. 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Read More Edition 13 - March 2024 Breaking Barriers: Global Times Magazine's 13th Edition Celebrates International Women's Day and Advocates for Global Empowerment. The Cover Story of this issue is Dr. Graciela De Oto, and we also bring everything related to GCBL 2.0 strategy. Read More Edition 12 - February 2024 The cover story is Ekaterine Maisuradze, GCBL Delegate for Georgia, businesswoman and mother. We recommend reading the interview. The 12th Edition continues the great stories that can only be read in the esteemed Global Times Magazine. Excellent and unique articles, and excellent interviews. Read More Edition 11 - January 2024 GCBL President Dejan Štancer and Bulgaria's Delegate Evgeni Savchev lead our 2024 Kickoff! Explore interviews, business insights, and features on Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, Malaria breakthroughs, and more in our Eleventh Edition. 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The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) proudly holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) - a distinction reserved for organizations of exceptional credibility, vision, and global relevance. This recognition is far more than a title; it is a testament to GCBL’s unwavering commitment to responsible leadership, ethical cooperation, and its ability to shape policies and initiatives at the highest international level. THE FORCE BEHIND THE UNITED NATIONS Special Consultative Status with the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) proudly holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) - a distinction reserved for organizations of exceptional credibility, vision, and global relevance. This recognition is far more than a title; it is a testament to GCBL’s unwavering commitment to responsible leadership, ethical cooperation, and its ability to shape policies and initiatives at the highest international level. Through this special advisory role, GCBL is empowered to actively participate in UN deliberations, contribute expertise to global policy-making, and collaborate with governments, institutions, and civil society in advancing the UN’s 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals. It gives GCBL a voice where the future of humanity is being debated and decided. This recognition places GCBL among a select group of influential actors who do not merely comment on global change but help design its architecture. For our members and partners, it means being directly connected to the beating heart of international diplomacy, development, and peacebuilding, with GCBL serving as their bridge to the United Nations. Under the guidance of the GCBL, the GCCP brings together visionaries, decision-makers, and influencers who recognize that true power lies not in domination, but in collaboration. This is not diplomacy as usual. This is a movement that insists on integrity, ethics, and unity as the cornerstones of global progress. The UN special advisory status confirms that GCBL is not only a chamber of leaders, but a trusted guardian of global cooperation, dialogue, and peace - standing where business and humanity meet, and where tomorrow is shaped. Learn More The Special Advisory Role in the United Nations (UN). The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) is empowered to contribute expertise to global policy-making, and collaborate with governments, institutions, and civil society. Global cooperation, dialogue, and peace. Join Us Now!

Global Chamber of Business Leaders is a part of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. Together with the world's largest companies GCBL is supporting the development of an ambitious and effective treaty to end plastic pollution. BUSINESS COALITION FOR A GLOBAL PLASTICS TREATY Together with the world's largest companies GCBL is supporting the development of an ambitious and effective treaty to end plastic pollution. Global Chamber of Business Leaders is a part of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. Together with the world's largest companies GCBL is supporting the development of an ambitious and effective treaty to end plastic pollution. Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty brings together businesses and financial institutions committed to supporting the development of an ambitious, effective and legally binding United Nations (UN) treaty to end plastic pollution. The coalition is convened by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the World Wide Fund (WWF) organisation, in collaboration with aligned businesses and supported by strategic Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO) partners. Circular economy in which plastic never becomes waste or pollution, and the value of products and materials is retained in the economy. A comprehensive circular economy approach can address the root causes of plastic pollution, and contribute to the global efforts to combat the climate and biodiversity crisis, while delivering economic, environmental, and social benefits. Learn More Supporting the development of an ambitious treaty to end plastic pollution. Circular economy in which plastic never becomes waste or pollution, and the value of products and materials is retained in the economy. Contribute to the global efforts to combat the climate crisis. Join Us Now!

The Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace (GCCP) was born under the umbrella of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL). Peace is not the absence of conflict - it is the triumph of cooperation over division, of vision over fear, of humanity over narrow interest. Only United we can Stand for Peace. Cooperation - Trust - Peace. Act Now. GLOBAL COALITION FOR COOPERATION AND PEACE Only United we can Stand for Peace. Cooperation - Trust - Peace. Act Now. Peace is not the absence of conflict - it is the triumph of cooperation over division, of vision over fear, of humanity over narrow interest. The Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace (GCCP) was born under the powerful umbrella of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) to give shape to this conviction. We do not believe in passive ideals. We believe in active cooperation - between nations, cultures, businesses, and individuals. Peace cannot be dictated; it must be constructed, negotiated, and relentlessly defended. The GCCP stands as a rallying force for leaders who understand that prosperity without peace is fragile, and that peace without cooperation is impossible. Our mission is clear: to mobilize global leadership and collective responsibility for a world where peace is more than a hope - it is a lived reality. We challenge complacency, reject indifference, and refuse to accept a world where division is seen as destiny. Under the guidance of the GCBL, the GCCP brings together visionaries, decision-makers, and influencers who recognize that true power lies not in domination, but in collaboration. This is not diplomacy as usual. This is a movement that insists on integrity, ethics, and unity as the cornerstones of global progress. The future will belong to those who dare to cooperate. The GCCP exists to ensure that peace is not the exception but the foundation of the world we are building - together. The Reward of Our Unity is Peace. Act Now! Become an Ambassador of the Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace. Cooperation - Trust - Peace. Contact Us

The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) is officially registered with the European Commission (EC) through its unique Participant Identification Code (PIC), granting the organization full eligibility to access and compete for European Union (EU) funding opportunities. This recognition is not merely administrative; it is a seal of credibility and institutional trust. GATEWAY TO EUROPEAN COMMISSION FUNDS AND TENDERS Granting the organization full eligibility to access and compete for European Union (EU) funding opportunities. The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) is officially registered with the European Commission (EC) through its unique Participant Identification Code (PIC), granting the organization full eligibility to access and compete for European Union (EU) funding opportunities. This recognition is not merely administrative; it is a seal of credibility and institutional trust. Being part of the European Commission’s Participant Register positions GCBL among the recognized entities that can directly engage in EU-supported programs such as Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, CEF, LIFE, and other major initiatives. With its PIC status, GCBL is empowered to form strategic consortia, lead international projects, and attract funding streams that advance innovation, cooperation, and sustainable development across the globe. This registration underscores GCBL’s standing as a trusted and globally relevant institution, capable of bridging policy, business, and civil society. It proves that GCBL not only speaks about responsibility and leadership but is structurally embedded in the most important European frameworks of cooperation and financial support. For our partners and stakeholders, this means that every collaboration with GCBL opens direct pathways to European resources, cross-border partnerships, and high-level impact projects. The PIC registration is more than a number - it is a gateway to shaping the future at the heart of Europe, with GCBL as a driving force. Learn More The directly engagement in EU-supported programs. GCBL is empowered to form strategic consortia, lead international projects, and attract funding streams that advance innovation, cooperation, and sustainable development across the globe. A gateway to shaping the future at the heart of Europe. Join Us Now!

The GCBL - Global Chamber of Business Leaders - YBLP - Young Business Leaders Program aims to be the largest and most accessible ecosystem for young business leaders across the globe. YOUNG BUSINESS LEADERS PROGRAM Goal & Mission of the YBLP The Young Business Leaders Program (YBLP) is designed to become the world’s most dynamic and purpose-driven ecosystem for aspiring young leaders - students, visionaries, and early-career professionals who are not only ambitious but deeply committed to shaping a more ethical, sustainable, and cooperative future. YBLP is not merely a leadership incubator; it is a global movement aligned with the core values of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders and the Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace. Our mission is to empower the next generation of leaders to become catalysts of change - individuals capable of leading with integrity, courage, and global responsibility. We are committed to delivering tangible contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), accelerating ethical business innovation, and fostering environmental and social impact - through high-level networking, intercultural dialogue, and real-world collaboration. This is leadership redefined: globally connected, ethically grounded, and future-focused. Values & Culture The GCBL–Young Business Leaders Program (YBLP) proudly welcomes members from all backgrounds and walks of life. Our community is built on inclusion without exception - regardless of ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, race, religion, or origin. We are united by a shared commitment to the principles of respect, empathy, tolerance, and human dignity - values that are not only encouraged but expected of every member of our global network. At the core of our mission lies an unwavering dedication to ethics and integrity. These are not mere ideals - they are active foundations that guide our decisions, shape our interactions, and define the way we lead. We are a listening organization. We value ideas, welcome diverse perspectives, and embrace thoughtful dialogue. Every voice matters, and every opinion deserves to be heard with attention, care, and responsibility. This is not just a program. It is a community of future leaders who believe that ethical leadership is the only leadership that truly shapes the future. MEMBERSHIP Our program proudly welcomes members from all industries, sectors, and professional backgrounds - at any stage of their careers. We place special emphasis on participation from young professionals and emerging leaders aged 18 to 35, with dedicated programs and committees tailored to their growth and global impact. From sustainability and innovation to advocacy, ethics, and education, we strive to deliver meaningful, measurable value. We empower our members to lead with purpose - and to take active responsibility for shaping a better world. Due to our current focus on several high-level international projects, new membership intake is temporarily paused. However, we are pleased to announce that admissions will reopen soon, and we encourage all interested individuals to stay connected and prepare to join this dynamic and values-driven global community. The future of leadership starts here - and it starts with you. See the YBLP delegates Apply for the YBLP membership BENEFITS OF THE YOUNG BUSINESS LEADERS PROGRAM Dedication and diligence must always be rewarded. Members of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders Young Business Leaders Program are enjoying advantages derived from being part of this global community of leaders. Soon, You Will Be Able to Discover Your Unique Value with Us - and Join the Leading Path Toward a Sustainable, Unified, and Innovative Future. JOIN US NOW! 5 1 2 3 4 5 ADVANTAGES OF BEING PART OF THE YOUNG BUSINESS LEADERS PROGRAM – A LEADING GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF LEADERS: COLLABORATION WITH MEMBERS, EXECUTIVES, AND OTHER DELEGATES OF YBLP ACROSS THE WORLD PARTICIPATION IN THE ANNUAL SUMMIT OF GCBL, AND ON ALL EVENTS MENTORSHIP WITH OUR BOARD OF ADVISORS, GCBL DELEGATES, AND EXECUTIVE TEAM POTENTIAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH BUSINESSES, ENTERPRISES AND ORGANISATIONS THAT ARE MEMBERS OF THE GCBL PREFERENTIAL RATES AND DISCOUNTS FOR SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH GCBL MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS. JOIN THE YBLP NOW! Don't wait, become a GCBL-YBLP delegate today. Apply for the YBLP membership

The GCBL - Global Chamber of Business Leaders encourages younger business leaders, executives and professionals at all stages of their career growth to join us, contributing their knowledge and perspective to all members. Through mentorship programs, we are committed to leading the way to a sustainable, unified and innovative future. MEET THE YBLP DELEGATES OF THE GCBL Delegates of the Young Business Leaders Program (YBLP) - a future of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders. NIGEL SCICLUNA YBLP Delegate for Malta ASHLEY MARIA YBLP Delegate for the United States of America SHOBHAN K. MISHRA YBLP Delegate for India JUŠ JAVORNIK YBLP Delegate for Slovenia UNA VIDAKOVIC YBLP Delegate for Serbia ABUBAKAR U. SHATTIMA YBLP Delegate for Nigeria ELIZABETH MILLS YBLP Delegate for the United States of America ANNE JOHANSSON YBLP Delegate for Sweden VIKTORIYA SATAROVA YBLP Delegate for Kazakhstan FARIDA A. ABUBAKAR YBLP Delegate for Nigeria MARKOS FILI YBLP Delegate for Cyprus SAEED BLACKNALL YBLP Delegate for the United States of America JELISA SHANJANA YBLP Delegate for Malaysia JOHAN PRETTRE YBLP Delegate for France EVGENIA CHAMILOU YBLP Delegate for Cyprus GEORG VASSILENKO YBLP Delegate for Slovakia LILY SAUNDERS YBLP Delegate for the United States of America REUBEN OCHENI YBLP Delegate for Nigeria DENISA GOKOVI YBLP Delegate for Albania MURMAN ALAVIDZE YBLP Delegate for Georgia MILOSH RISTOSKI YBLP Delegate for North Macedonia NICOLATTE MATUKU YBLP Delegate for South Africa ROMAN M. TOMASCHITZ YBLP Delegate for Hungary MORGAN SAUNDERS YBLP Delegate for the United States of America MAXIMILIAN FISCHL YBLP Delegate for Austria NIKA SIRADZE YBLP Delegate for Georgia VESA HOXHA YBLP Delegate for North Macedonia SHATHA J.S. ALQRINAWI YBLP Delegate for Palestine KEISHAWN BLACKSTONE YBLP Delegate for the United States of America THAIS DE MELO RIOS YBLP Delegate for Brasil. LUNARA TUMANCHINA YBLP Delegate for Turkey VICTORIA NICOLAOU YBLP Delegate for the United Kingdom NAZRIN SHAHNAZ PEER MOHAMED YBLP Delegate for Malaysia About the YBLP Delegates of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders The Global Chamber of Business Leaders encourages younger business leaders, executives and professionals at all stages of their career growth to join us, contributing their knowledge and perspective to all members. Through mentorship programs, we are committed to leading the way to a sustainable, unified and innovative future. Participate in our dedicated programs and committees designed specifically for younger members. From sustainability and technology to advocacy and education, we endeavor to provide unique and singular value, which can only be found at the GCBL. Young leaders, join us today!

The GCBL Global Ambassadors represent a distinguished group of influential leaders whose exemplary achievements, vision, and global reach significantly enhance the reputation and promotion of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders. Comprising a cross-section of esteemed figures from government, business, and industry across all sectors and continents, these Ambassadors embody the principles of leadership, innovation, and collaboration that define GCBL. MEET THE GCBL GLOBAL AMBASSADORS Eminent advisors shape GCBL’s strategy, driving visionary leadership and global impact. EMIR HADZIHAFIZBEGOVIC Ambassador ROSSANA RODÀ Ambassador REINER OPOKU Ambassador KAMALES LARDI Ambassador Dr. SINIŠA GLUMICIC Ambassador SHELLI BRUNSWICK Ambassador ZLATKO MATEŠA Ambassador JADRAN LAZIC Ambassador MIHA POGACNIK - NAVAL Ambassador ALBERT N. OUEDRAOGO Ambassador H.E. ROSALIA ARTEAGA SERANO Ambassador DAGMAR O'TOOLE Ambassador SHARIAR GIANFRANCO RAHIMI Ambassador MARY A. BUFFETT Ambassador DATUK DR. MOHD FIKRI ABDULLAH Ambassador KEITH MASON Ambassador DIANA BARRAGAN MEDINA Ambassador STUART C. PAGE Ambassador About the GCBL Global Ambassadors The GCBL Board of Ambassadors for Peace is aligned with the strategic vision of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders, emphasizing that greater collaboration - not division - is the only path to peace and global harmony. Our Ambassadors play a crucial role in providing oversight, guiding strategic growth, and shaping governance to advance GCBL’s mission. Comprising distinguished leaders from government, business, and industry across all regions and sectors, our Board of Ambassadors brings unparalleled perspective, experience, and influence. Their commitment reinforces GCBL’s position as a leading force for international cooperation, fostering unity and sustainable progress in an increasingly divided world.

The growth, strategy and advocacy of the GCBL - Global Chamber of Business Leaders is influenced by the diverse experience and perspective of the GCBL Delegates, representing all industries and sectors from nations across 6-continents. The GCBL Delegates are a conglomeration of globally distinguished business and industry leaders, innovators and humanitarians bringing their knowledge, diversity and viewpoints to the GCBL, encouraging the development and acceleration of the organization. MEET THE GLOBAL DELEGATES OF THE GCBL The Highest GCBL Authorities in the Countries, Leaders of National Chapters of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders. RIC SCHENKMAN Delegate for Brazil ANNA ILANTSEVA Delegate for Albania & Kosovo JOSE Z. RODRIGUEZ Delegate for Spain VESNA JANKOVIC Delegate for Slovenia ASLI CAN Delegate for New Zealand PANNARUJ CHANTACHAIROJ Delegate for Thailand INES BOSNJAK Delegate for Canada ZAHRA MAAFIRI Delegate for Morocco DAVOR LJEVAR Delegate for Croatia SHEIKH MOHAMED BIN JABOR AL-THANI Delegate for Qatar ROGER GREMLICH Delegate for Switzerland EZIO STELLATO Delegate for Italy SEMIH SAN Delegate for Türkiye HARSHA FERNANDO Delegate for Sri Lanka BEHI IMED Delegate for Tunisia CHARLES UCHENNA ANI Delegate for Nigeria AHMED MUKTA Delegate for Bangladesh ABEBE MULU Delegate for Ethiopia ABDULAZIZ AHMAD Delegate for the United Arab Emirates DR. FAWAZ AL-ALAMY Delegate for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia SAADIA LAKEHAL Delegate for Canada LORENZO GIORGI Delegate for Italy ARNAUD DIBI Delegate for Ivory Coast HERMANN JOE KAGERER Delegate for Switzerland JOHN MAKUMI Delegate for Kenya WEIWEI ZHANG - GENZ Delegate for China KHAWAZA AFSAR IMAM Delegate for Mauritius IBRAHIM MOHAMED ALI ELNHIWI Delegate for Libya JOSEF THALER Delegate for Federal Republic of Germany ROMULO ERNESTO CUAREZ CORTEZ Delegate for Venezuela LEONIE BWEMBA Delegate for Cameroon MONICA MARTINEZ-VARGAS Delegate for Chile GIANDOMENICO PALERMITI Delegate for the United Kingdom MILOUD ALAIN HASSENE Delegate for Canada CLEMENTINA MOREIRA ALVES Delegate for Brazil ROBINAH K. NANYUNJA Delegate for Uganda JOANNA JAMES Delegate for Australia JAKIR CHOWDHURY Delegate for Bangladesh Dr. NAIKE MOSHI Delegate for Tanzania TARJA WIKLUND Delegate for Finland DAWNE E. WILLIAMS Delegate for Saint Kitts and Nevis Dr. ANASTACIA VANESSA LEWIS Delegate for the Bahamas TEJENDRA S POUDEL Delegate for Nepal Dr. JUSTINA MUTALE Delegate for Zambia Dr. DOMINIQUE ODURO-ANTWI Delegate for Ghana ROMAN HAUSWIRTH Delegate for Austria Dr. KHOMOTŠO MALETE Delegate for South Africa ISSA BILLY BRANHAM Delegate for the DRC EVGENI SAVCHEV Delegate for Bulgaria DR. AHMED JAMIL NAOUS Delegate for Lebanon SAMI AWADALLA HASSAN SHRIEM Delegate for Jordan DR. ABUBAKAR UMAR MUHAMMAD Delegate for Nigeria LOIC ONESIME TOTIN Delegate for Benin H.E. AHMED ELMETWALLY Delegate for Abu Dhabi, UAE VILTON LIMA Delegate for Brasil H.R.H. NARI NARODOM Delegate for Cambodia GAGAN ARORA Delegate for India ALVIN SOH Delegate for Malaysia ROBERTO MARCHETTI Delegate for Vatican City & Italy CAMILLE TROTT Delegate for Bermuda MARK D. DEMERS Delegate for the United States of America SHITIJ TANEJA Delegate for Dubai; UAE FRANCISCO XAVIER RIVADENEIRA Delegate for Ecuador NINA HUDNIK Delegate for Slovenia MIKHAIL TREYVISH Delegate for the Russian Federation IDIRIS FADUL Delegate for Sudan & South Sudan HARRY SINGHA Delegate for the United Kingdom ARTUR ABUBAKIROV Delegate for Kazakhstan FRANCK ELMER ESSONO EDOH Delegate for Gabon EKATERINE MAISURADZE Delegate for Georgia SURESH RAMKISSOON Delegate for Guyana PAPA YUSUPHA NJIE Delegate for Gambia ZENA CHUNG Delegate for South Korea MARIELLA CAMILLERI Delegate for Malta About the Delegates of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders The growth, strategy and advocacy of the GCBL is influenced by the diverse experience and perspective of the GCBL Delegates, representing all industries and sectors from nations across 6-continents. The GCBL Delegates are a conglomeration of globally distinguished business and industry leaders, innovators and humanitarians bringing their knowledge, diversity and viewpoints to the GCBL, encouraging the development and acceleration of the organization. The GCBL Delegates represent the viewpoints, suggestions, activities and impact of their regional and national Chapters.

The GCBL - Global Chamber of Business Leaders maintains satellite offices around the world to provide accessibility, value and assistance to our members.  Through the formation of local, regional and national Chapters, the GCBL allows our members to build and expand their global networks, explore opportunities for business expansion across markets, form mutually beneficial collaborations and partnerships, and play an active role in shaping and transforming business for the future. GCBL Chapters: Welcome GCBL CHAPTERS AROUND THE WORLD National,Regional, Local, or Chapters in the Territories GCBL CHAPTERS AROUND THE WORLD The GCBL maintains satellite offices around the world to provide accessibility, value and assistance to our members. Through the formation of local, regional and national Chapters, the GCBL allows our members to build and expand their global networks, explore opportunities for business expansion across markets, form mutually beneficial collaboration and partnership, and play an active role in shaping and transforming business for the future.

It is the greatest honor to serve as President of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders, an organization that has become a beacon of ethical leadership, cooperation, and responsible progress in a world marked by turbulence and transition. GCBL is not only a network of business excellence - it is a movement that builds bridges across nations, empowers enterprises, and creates sustainable pathways for peace and prosperity. Dejan Štancer, President. PRESIDENT'S WELCOME Dear Esteemed Leaders, It is the greatest honor to serve as President of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders, an organization that has become a beacon of ethical leadership, cooperation, and responsible progress in a world marked by turbulence and transition. GCBL is not only a network of business excellence - it is a movement that builds bridges across nations, empowers enterprises, and creates sustainable pathways for peace and prosperity. Through our Global Coalition for Cooperation and Peace (GCCP), we reaffirm that true leadership is not only about profit, but about responsibility - about shaping a world where business, ethics, and peace are inseparably linked. As a recognized advisory body to the United Nations, we carry both privilege and responsibility: to give voice to business leaders who believe in cooperation over conflict, in opportunity over division, and in shared progress over narrow self-interest. We live in uncertain times, but uncertainty is the birthplace of innovation and courage. Alone we may advance, but only together can we transform. Let us stand united as visionaries of a new global order - where business becomes the language of peace, and leadership the foundation of a better tomorrow. Sincerely yours, The Honorable Dejan Štancer, President Chairman's Welcome: Welcome