Sign In

World Headquarters Organization Structure

The JCI World Headquarters Organization Structure outlines the key departments and teams that support the global operations of JCI. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, the headquarters ensures strategic alignment, resource management, and daily coordination across all regions, empowering members and leaders worldwide to deliver lasting impact.

Leadership tier

The senior team above the departments

The Secretary General leads World Headquarters. Four executive directors carry the three portfolios below.

Leads WHQ Elvin Teo
Elvin Teo
Secretary General
Tunji Oyeyemi
Tunji Oyeyemi
Incoming
Executive Director for Global Operations
Earl Sawyer
Earl Sawyer
Outgoing
Executive Director for Global Operations
Luis Lane
Luis Lane
Executive Director for Membership Experience and Development
Tonya Myers
Tonya Myers
Executive Director of Finance
Departments

Three teams, one headquarters

Each department lists its lead first, followed by the team working in it.

01

Global Operations

16 people

Day-to-day coordination of headquarters operations, human resources, advocacy and office support, with the partnerships, events, marketing and technology teams working under it.

Tunji Oyeyemi
Incoming lead
Tunji Oyeyemi
Executive Director for Global Operations
Earl Sawyer
Outgoing lead
Earl Sawyer
Executive Director for Global Operations
Wendy Cox
Wendy Cox
Human Resources Manager
Belen Rojas
Belen Rojas
JCI Commission and Advocacy Manager
Mary Sawyer
Mary Sawyer
Office Associate
Partnerships

Strategic, corporate and institutional partnerships.

Nathalia Cardenas
Team lead
Nathalia Cardenas
Partnerships Director
Diego Muñoz Quiroz
Diego Muñoz Quiroz
Partnerships Manager (Strategic & Corporate)
Megan Peng
Megan Peng
Institutional Partnerships Manager
Global Events

World Congress, area conferences and global event programmes.

Cynthia Wong
Team lead
Cynthia Wong
Senior Global Events Director
Silvia Olmedo
Silvia Olmedo
Global Events Senior Manager
Dean Lim
Dean Lim
Global Events Manager
Tamara Moro
Tamara Moro
Global Events Program Manager
Marketing

Brand communications, social media and merchandise across JCI channels.

RJ Paguyo
Team lead
RJ Paguyo
Marketing Director
Marianne Sigue
Marianne Sigue
Social Media Manager
Information Technology

Systems, platforms and digital infrastructure for World Headquarters and members.

Josh Schuler
Team lead
Josh Schuler
IT Director
Jay Chow
Jay Chow
IT Manager
02

Membership Experience and Development

13 people

The largest department: skills development, global strategy and analytics, board administration, and the four regional teams supporting national organisations.

Luis Lane
Department lead
Luis Lane
Executive Director for Membership Experience and Development
Victoria Ibañez
Victoria Ibañez
Global Strategy and Analytics Manager
Rocio Acosta
Rocio Acosta
Operations and BOD Administrative Manager
Esunge Ariunbold
Esunge Ariunbold
Skills Development Manager
Fatima Byambajav
Fatima Byambajav
Skills Development Coordinator
Africa and the Middle East
Djamo Dahirou
Team Lead
Djamo Dahirou
Regional Director
Pacôme Amoussou
Pacôme Amoussou
Regional Manager
Sandra Penzi
Sandra Penzi
Regional Partnership Coordinator
Asia and the Pacific
Josel Antonio Gaston
Team Lead
Josel Antonio Gaston
Regional Director
Irene Hsueh
Irene Hsueh
Regional Manager
America
Florencia San Jorge
Florencia San Jorge
Regional Director
Europe
Ana Boisteanu
Team Lead
Ana Boisteanu
Regional Director
Catalina Brinza
Catalina Brinza
Regional Manager
03

Finance

2 people

Resource management, budgeting and financial reporting.

Tonya Myers
Department lead
Tonya Myers
Executive Director of Finance
Dan Badger
Dan Badger
Finance Manager

Terms and Conditions

JCI Global Youth Summit 2026

By completing your registration for the JCI Global Youth Summit 2026 (“the Summit”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the following Terms and Conditions.

Code of Conduct Compliance

Participants are expected to comply with the JCI Event Code of Conduct and Harassment Policy at all times and contribute to a safe, respectful, inclusive, and professional environment for all participants, speakers, organizers, and collaborating institutions.

Personal Data and Media Consent

Participants consent to the collection, processing, and use of personal information for Summit-related administrative and operational purposes, including registration, communications, logistical coordination, participant management, and post-event follow-up.

Participants also grant JCI permission to use photographs, video recordings, audio recordings, or other media captured during the Summit for educational, informational, archival, communications, and reporting purposes related to the activities and mission of JCI and the Summit.

Personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

Participation and Access

Participation in certain sessions, including those held at the United Nations Headquarters and partner venues, may be subject to additional security clearance, identification requirements, and capacity limitations.

Refund Policy

Refunds will be processed in accordance with the following structure:

  • 75% refund if requested on or before May 30, 2026 (60 days before the event start date)

  • 50% refund if requested on or before June 29, 2026 (30 days before the event start date)

  • 0% refund if requested after June 29, 2026

Exceptions

  • A 75% refund may be granted in cases of documented serious illness or the death of an immediate family member.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing to [email protected] and include appropriate supporting documentation.

Refunds will be processed within 30 business days using the original payment method.

Visa Policy

Participants requiring a visa to attend the 2026 JCI Global Youth Summit are responsible for initiating their visa application process in a timely manner and ensuring that all required documentation is submitted to the relevant authorities.

JCI World Headquarters will provide an official invitation letter upon request for registered and fully paid participants. Please note that this letter is issued solely to support the visa application process and does not guarantee visa approval.

In the event that a participant is unable to obtain a visa, the following conditions will apply:

  • A 50% refund of the registration fee may be granted.
  • JCI World Headquarters must be notified in writing no later than June 17, 2026.
  • The refund request must include official documentation of the visa rejection, such as a letter or formal notification issued by the relevant embassy or consulate.
  • Requests submitted after June 29, 2026, or without valid supporting documentation, will not be eligible for any refund.

Please note:

  • Administrative fees, bank charges, and currency exchange differences may be deducted from the refunded amount.
  • Delays in visa application submission, incomplete documentation, or failure to attend visa appointments will not be considered valid grounds for a refund.
  • JCI is not responsible for any costs incurred related to visa applications, travel arrangements, or accommodation bookings.
  • Approved refunds will be processed within 30 business days and issued using the original payment method.

Participant Responsibility

Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel, accommodation, insurance, transportation, and personal expenses unless otherwise expressly stated by the organizers.

Health and Insurance

Participants are strongly encouraged to obtain appropriate travel and health insurance coverage for the duration of their participation in the Summit.

JCI shall not be responsible for medical expenses, travel disruptions, or personal losses incurred during participation in the Summit.

Behavioral Expectations

Participants are expected to maintain respectful and professional conduct throughout the Summit.

Harassment, discrimination, intimidation, disruptive conduct, or behavior inconsistent with the JCI Code of Conduct may result in removal from participation and potential restriction from future JCI activities.

Complaint and Incident Reporting

Participants acknowledge awareness of the procedures available for reporting incidents, concerns, or violations of the JCI Code of Conduct and Harassment Policy.

All reports will be handled with appropriate confidentiality and seriousness.

Third-Party Services and Venues

Certain Summit activities may take place at external venues or involve services provided by third parties, including transportation, accommodation providers, or event facilities.

Such services remain subject to the operational policies and responsibility of the respective third-party providers.

Assumption of Risk

Participants acknowledge that participation in an international event may involve certain inherent risks, including travel disruptions, health-related risks, accidents, security measures, or changes in governmental regulations or entry requirements.

By participating in the Summit, participants voluntarily assume such risks associated with travel and attendance.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, JCI and collaborating organizations shall not be responsible for personal injury, illness, delay, loss, theft, damage, or other unforeseen circumstances arising from participation in or travel related to the Summit, except where caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Force Majeure

JCI reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the Summit due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, public health emergencies, government restrictions, labor disruptions, security incidents, or other force majeure events.

Acceptance

By completing your registration, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions for participation in the JCI Global Youth Summit 2026.

World Headquarters Organization Directory 2026

,

World Headquarters Organization Directory 2026