Employee Africa Magazine

24/07/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗧 | 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗘

In this issue, we proudly feature Ms. Tapiwa Masie, Acting CEO of SEZA Botswana. Her transformative leadership is redefining SEZA’s role in driving Botswana’s economic growth, with a strong focus on innovation, inclusion, and strategic human capital.

We also explore leadership and communication in today’s fast-changing business world. Don’t miss Gabriel O. Tlagae’s article, “Strategic Communication Leadership Is Redefining Executive Success,” a must-read for today’s leaders.

In our “Celebrating Professionals” segment, meet Ms. Daphne Odubeng, a standout Marketing Specialist, and Mr. Seabe, MD of HRMC, both making remarkable industry impact.

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23/07/2025

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗲 | 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘄𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗲

Our recent issue of Employee Africa Magazine features the acting CEO at SEZA_Botswana, Ms. Tapiwa Masie. Access our digital issue here: https://lnkd.in/djdDKgbu

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15/07/2025

𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗩𝗢𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔’𝗦 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗖𝗘!

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14/07/2025

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢 𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 — 𝗜𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘

At the 2025 Employee Africa Summit, renowned leadership expert and coach Maano-Mosetlhanyane delivered a compelling presentation that challenged traditional views of success in the workplace. As a Professional Certified Coach (ICF), Maxwell Leadership Executive Director, Enneagram & DISC Certified Practitioner, and Founding Director at PinnaLead, Maano-Mosetlhanyane brought her extensive experience and insight to center stage—calling on African organizations to lead from a place of emotional strength, not just strategic ex*****on.

Her presentation, under the summit theme “Empowering Workforce Emotional Resilience,” emphasized that in today’s volatile economic and social environment, resilience is more than a buzzword. It is a necessity. Across Africa and particularly in Botswana, workforces are navigating high stress, job insecurity, youth unemployment, rising gender-based violence, and the aftershocks of global crises. In such an environment, the ability of teams to emotionally adapt, recover from setbacks, and thrive under pressure has become a vital leadership imperative.

“Resilience,” she explained, “is the ability to recover or adjust easily to misfortune or change. Emotional resilience is the internal engine that allows individuals and teams to cope with challenges, maintain mental wellness, and continue performing without burning out.”
Quoting, “The strength of a leader is not just in driving results, but in creating an environment where people feel safe to fall, supported to rise, and empowered to thrive,” she reminded leaders that their role is no longer about control—but about cultivating safety, trust, and emotional agility.

Maano-Mosetlhanyane outlined the six foundational pillars of emotional resilience in the workplace: self-awareness, emotional stability, flexibility, self-efficacy, social support, and work-life integration. These, she emphasized, are not abstract concepts, but daily practices that foster stronger collaboration, sharper decision-making, improved engagement, and ultimately, business continuity.
She also addressed the common stressors plaguing today’s organizations: heavy workloads, constant change, limited access to mental health support, and a lack of psychological safety. Emotional resilience, she argued, offers the antidote.

Her message to leadership was clear—resilience begins at the top. Leaders must lead by example, model calm under pressure, create a culture of psychological safety, and practice Botho—a deep respect for humanity and compassion in action. She urged organizations to go beyond surface-level wellness programs, and instead invest in mental health training, emotional intelligence coaching, open dialogue, and flexible work practices.

Tools like journaling, mindfulness, breathing exercises, and boundary-setting were highlighted as key strategies for individuals to build internal resilience, while team-based practices like regular check-ins and peer support were shown to boost collective morale and trust.

The session ended with a call to shift toward human-centered leadership. Organizations must normalize mental health conversations, intentionally create safe workspaces, and engage with employees as whole people—valuing their well-being, personal growth, and unique emotional journeys.
In today’s Africa, emotional resilience is not just about recovery—it’s about future-readiness. It’s what separates workplaces that survive from those that lead, innovate, and thrive.

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11/07/2025

𝗧𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗚𝗢 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗠𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗖𝗢 𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗘

Letsile Tebogo secures a strong second-place finish at the Monaco Diamond League, clocking an impressive 19.97 seconds in the 200m.

Congratulations champ!!!

11/07/2025

𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐊𝐄𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐈 🥈🇧🇼

Busang Collen Kebinatshipi shines on the global stage, securing second place in the Men’s 200m (U23) at the Monaco Diamond League, with an impressive time of 20.28s.

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11/07/2025

𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗩𝗘𝗧 𝗣𝗜𝗧𝗦𝗢 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗢

The 2025 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Pitso and Expo, held at Baisago University under the theme “Transformative TVET – A Driver for Enhanced Innovation, Social Mobility, Employability and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Economic Growth,” marked a defining moment for Botswana’s education reform.

President Duma Gideon Boko officially opened the event, urging a complete transformation of Botswana’s education system to address youth unemployment, economic dependence on diamonds, and skills gaps. He emphasized that TVET is no longer a marginal sector but the engine of productivity, innovation, and inclusion.

Highlighting government commitment, President Boko announced an increase in TVET student allowances from P300 to P1,900 starting August 2025, aiming to create a more conducive learning environment.

Minister of Higher Education, Hon. Prince Maele, outlined key reforms including the renaming of brigades to Vocational Training Centres, finalizing the SMART National TVET Policy, and prioritizing work-based learning aligned with labour market demands. “Our young people are the new diamonds,” he said.

Other ministers reinforced the message: Hon. Boineelo Hardy highlighted youth talent in creative sectors; and Hon. Mmusi Kgafela announced plans for a Skills-to-Market Framework to support graduate entrepreneurship.Regional collaboration was emphasized by Ghana’s Minister of Higher Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, who applauded Botswana’s leadership and called for continental skills development partnerships.

The event also launched the SMART National TVET Policy, designed to build a skilled, market-driven, accessible, responsive, and technologically advanced TVET system.Closing the session, Hon. Maipelo Mophuting described the Pitso as a beacon of hope, urging stakeholders to turn commitment into action.

Botswana’s bold steps signal a future where TVET drives sustainable growth, social mobility, and inclusive development.

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08/07/2025

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗛𝗔𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗗 – 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗦 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢 𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗔 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗜𝗖𝗘, 𝗜𝗧’𝗦 𝗔 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗬

At the 2025 Employee Africa Summit, Coach Mompoloki Makwana, a transformational leadership coach and Chief Executive Officer at Employee Africa, delivered a powerful session titled “Cultivating Resilient Teams: Mindset and Attitude Change”. With clarity and urgency, he addressed a critical truth facing modern organizations: the future of work is not a distant idea—it is already here, and only the most adaptable teams will thrive.

Makwana began by referencing insights from the Society of Human Resource Management, emphasizing that shifts in how people work—from remote and hybrid setups to evolving employee expectations—are permanently redefining the workplace. For organizations to remain relevant and effective, they must prioritize team resilience, workforce development, and leadership evolution in alignment with these changes.

Central to his message was a call to redefine what leadership means today. According to Makwana, resilient teams do not emerge by chance; they are built through intentional efforts that begin with individual growth. He explained that the strength of a team is a reflection of its people—and that leadership must focus on empowering individuals to lead themselves first. “Team growth,” he stressed, “is driven by individual development. If you grow the person, you grow the team.”

He went on to outline key statements that define a resilient team in today’s environment: alignment around a shared vision, accountability structures, clear incentives, and continuous reflection on organizational values. Leaders must constantly re-center their teams on purpose, vision, and values, while creating an environment that encourages self-leadership and collaboration.

But to lead resilient teams effectively, leaders themselves must undergo key mindset shifts. Makwana outlined four transformative shifts modern leaders must embrace. First, they must help individuals recognize themselves as leaders—regardless of position—by fostering self-leadership and ownership. Second, they must create opportunities for retooling, enabling learning, unlearning, and relearning to become everyday norms. Third, leaders must embody and promote a new workplace culture that can absorb shocks and navigate complexity. Finally, they must learn to manage the balance between long-term vision and short-term goals, ensuring that daily decisions are aligned with the broader organizational mission.

Throughout his presentation, Makwana highlighted subtle yet powerful truths about communication, leadership influence, and team culture. “What is not said is just as important as what is,” he reminded attendees, cautioning leaders to be mindful of unspoken dynamics, body language, and how their presence and decisions are perceived by teams.

He also emphasized the importance of cross-functional alignment, a 360-degree leadership approach, and the need for continuous adjustment of objectives as the environment changes. Today’s teams need clarity, consistency, and connection. And for organizations that desire to be resilient, the role of leadership has never been more critical.

Coach Makwana closed with a message that echoed across the summit: the organizations that will succeed tomorrow are those that are rethinking how they lead today. Cultivating resilience is not about responding to crisis, but preparing for it. It’s about investing in people, refining culture, and elevating leadership with courage, vision, and humility.

To build the future, we must lead it—and that begins with cultivating resilient teams.

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03/07/2025

𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗡’𝗧 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦

A Leadership Coach Development Strategist and Human Capital Business Partner for Alexforbes Botswana, Ms. Lebogang Dodo , shared compelling insights on how African organizations can develop leaders who thrive amid disruption, uncertainty, and rapid change.

Dodo opened her presentation by emphasizing that resilience is no longer a nice-to-have—it has become the new leadership currency. In an era shaped by volatility, technological disruption, and shifting work models, leaders must do more than react; they must bounce forward and cultivate cultures of innovation and trust.

She explained that coaching has emerged as a critical lever to build this resilience. Unlike traditional training, coaching empowers leaders to understand their own mindsets and unlock deep, sustainable growth. Dodo outlined how targeted coaching strengthens five key leadership capacities: self-awareness, adaptability, empathy, visionary thinking, and emotional regulation. These traits enable leaders to inspire teams, navigate complexity, and maintain focus even in the face of crisis.

She presented evidence showing that organizations investing in coaching realize measurable gains. Case studies revealed significant improvements in project delivery, employee engagement, innovation, and financial performance—one organization recorded a 19% increase in revenue per employee and a 32-point improvement in project timeliness after an eight-month coaching program.

Dodo stressed that coaching is not just a cost but a strategic investment with long-term returns. It creates a pipeline of leaders ready to drive transformation, foster psychological safety, and position their organizations for enduring success in the marketplace.

Her message was clear: the future belongs to those willing to move beyond static leadership models and embrace coaching as a catalyst for growth. By developing resilient, emotionally intelligent leaders, African organizations can unlock their true potential and create workplaces defined by adaptability, innovation, and sustained performance.

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03/07/2025

𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝟳𝟬% 𝗢𝗙 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗕𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗬 𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘, 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗗𝗨𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦

A China Studies Specialist, Intercultural Leadership Strategist and a Managing Director at Employee Africa, Nikita Makwana offered valuable insights on how African leaders and organizations can thrive in an increasingly global and diverse environment.

Makwana opened her talk by drawing attention to a staggering fact: over 70% of international business ventures fail not because of strategy or finance, but due to cultural misunderstandings. She emphasized that in today’s interconnected world, especially for a continent as dynamic and diverse as Africa, Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is a critical leadership asset. Unlike IQ or EQ, CQ measures the ability to relate and work effectively across different cultures, a skill now essential for driving resilient and adaptive leadership.

She explained that resilience in leadership is no longer just about stability—it’s about adaptability in the face of cultural diversity and change. She broke down CQ into four essential components: CQ Drive (motivation to engage across cultures), CQ Knowledge (understanding cultural norms), CQ Strategy (planning in multicultural settings), and CQ Action (adapting behavior and communication styles). Makwana noted that CQ empowers leaders to not only manage change but to turn cultural complexity into a strength for innovation and growth.

She stressed that building resilient teams starts with understanding and valuing cultural diversity. Leaders who cultivate CQ are better positioned to navigate uncertainty, lead inclusively, and innovate effectively within complex, changing environments—all of which are crucial for Africa’s continued growth.

Through this lens, Makwana challenged African leaders to not just manage cultural diversity, but to leverage it as a source of strength and innovation. Her message was clear: resilience is built through inclusion, adaptability, and the courage to lead differently. By embracing Cultural Intelligence, African organizations can unlock deeper collaboration, enhance innovation, and position themselves for long-term success in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

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27/06/2025

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗔 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞

The largest gathering dedicated to advancing the African workforce commenced yesterday, drawing together an esteemed assembly of professionals, business executives, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and thought leaders from across the continent. Convened under the main theme, “𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆: 𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂” the event is widely regarded as the preeminent platform for shaping discourse around the future of employment on the continent.

The summit began with an official opening address by the Honourable Minister of Sport and Arts, Hon Jacob Kelebeng. The Honourable Minister’s keynote address set a compelling tone for the proceedings, aligning closely with the theme of the day: “𝑹𝒆-𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌: 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒔 𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒓.”

In his remarks, Honourable Kelebeng underscored the urgent need to dismantle outdated perceptions that view sports and the creative arts merely as leisure pursuits or hobbies. He asserted that these fields represent legitimate, viable career pathways that demand the same level of dedication, discipline, and strategic investment as traditional academic and professional disciplines.

“This is the time to reimagine a future with endless possibilities. It is time to do away with the perception that sports and the creative arts are for leisure or hobbies for passing time,” he declared. “Sport and Arts are real career paths, like any other academic profession. This is a God-given career; it requires commitment and perseverance to nurture the talent entrusted to us.”

Honourable Kelebeng further emphasized the transformative economic and social potential of sports and the arts in creating sustainable employment and stimulating economic growth. Drawing attention to the rising success stories emerging from Botswana and across Africa, he celebrated the continent’s growing influence on the global stage:

“Our stars are rising and shining brightly, and the entire world is witnessing the talents that are making marks in the books of history. I assure you that very soon, this country will be known as the athletics capital of the world,” he affirmed, to resounding applause.
The Minister’s address resonated deeply with delegates, many of whom represent sectors where innovation and non-traditional careers are gaining unprecedented momentum. His remarks challenged stakeholders to adopt policies, funding mechanisms, and educational strategies that position sports and creative industries as pillars of economic diversification.

The opening session also included insights into the role of talent development, infrastructure investment, and cross-sector partnerships in supporting young people to build sustainable livelihoods through their gifts and passions. Experts from across Africa are expected to continue this conversation in a series of plenary discussions, masterclasses, and collaborative networking sessions scheduled throughout the summit.

As the summit progresses, it will continue to serve as a platform for exchanging ideas, forging partnerships, and designing actionable strategies to prepare the African workforce for a rapidly evolving economic landscape. In particular, delegates will explore how to empower workforce resilience by equipping individuals and organisations to navigate change and drive innovation, ensuring that Africa not only adapts to global shifts but leads the way in defining the future of work — one where sports, the arts, technology, and entrepreneurship are not merely complementary to development but central to its lasting success.

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23/06/2025

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗔 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗥- 𝗠𝗥 𝗝𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡 𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗟

The BTC Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) has appointed a new CEO, Mr Jurgen Peschel effective 1st July 2025 following an extensive recruitment exercise. This appointment is subject to regulatory approval.

Jürgen Peschel is a German national and a seasoned CEO in the telecommunications space whose career spans over three decades of progressive leadership in cutting edge telecom, IT, digitisation and fintech across Europe, North America and emerging markets including Africa. He has led both group as well as local operator functions providing strong transformative leadership to develop telecommunications providers into the digital era and driving innovation in products and services to grow revenues for sustainable profitable growth. He is known for his in-depth expertise in emerging
technologies to spearhead innovation, driving digitisation and focusing on quality of service and
business excellence to deliver exceptional customer experience.

Mr Peschel's leadership encompasses both mobile, fixed and enterprise businesses and he has been instrumental in launching and scaling pioneering solutions, most notably, playing a key role in the rollout of MPesa, the world’s leading mobile payment platform. He has served as Director of a major Nigerian payment service bank and held senior executive positions at tier-1 operators including Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone across major developed markets. For more than ten years, he has led operations in emerging markets at Digicel and Vodafone in the Caribbean and Africa, and his most recent job was CEO & Managing Director of 9mobile (formerly Etisalat) in Nigeria.

Mr Peschel holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Ulm, Germany, and delivered his thesis in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Manitoba, Canada. He also earned a degree in Business Administration from the Université de Saint-Boniface, Canada, and has completed the Management Development Programme at IMD, Switzerland. His unique blend of technical acumen,business leadership and cross-cultural expertise positions him to lead BTC through the next wave of digital transformation as our new CEO.

The Board would like to take this opportunity to welcome Mr Peschel and thank Ms Boitumelo Paya for her leadership as the Acting CEO for the past few months.

By Order of the Board of Directors