Board of Directors

Ideal Board Candidate Backgrounds Include:

• Former Global CEOs and Chairpersons of multinational companies.
• Trade and economic diplomats from institutions such as the IMF, UN, World Bank, or World Trade Center Association.
• International Capital Advisors and cross-border investment professionals.
• Veterans in import/export operations, logistics, and foreign trade compliance.
• Senior executives from international development agencies or multilateral partnerships.
• Retired or semi-retired professionals seeking to contribute industry knowledge and global insights to a purpose-driven initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level strategic counsel and governance oversight to the Genius Launchpad program.
• Leverage networks to support global expansion, partnership development, and market access.
• Advise on compliance, cross-border operations, and investment-readiness frameworks.
• Participate in quarterly virtual board meetings and contribute to annual review processes.
• Champion the mission and elevate visibility with governments, trade agencies, and investor communities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 25+ years of experience in international business, public-private partnerships, or high-level diplomacy.
• Prior board or advisory committee experience with global firms or development initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. market entry strategies, international investment trends, or bilateral trade policy.
• Proven ability to connect stakeholders across continents and sectors.

Term & Commitment:

• Advisory term: 2 years (renewable)
• Commitment: Approximately 4–6 hours per quarter (including board meetings, special advisory sessions, and event representation)

Why Join?

• Be at the forefront of empowering foreign enterprises to thrive in the U.S.
• Influence global economic development and enterprise innovation
• Collaborate with a visionary team and global peers
• Shape the future of cross-border investment and entrepreneurship