Architecting Institutional Leadership
Guided by strategic foresight and a commitment to structured economic diplomacy, our leadership ensures ITDFC remains a neutral gateway for global trade transformation.
ITDFC Board Of Trustees
Prof. Dr. Iveta Radičová
Former Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic
An eminent global stateswoman and distinguished academic, Prof. Dr. Iveta Radičová served as Slovakia’s first woman Prime Minister (2010–2012). With an exceptional legacy spanning the European Commission, international policy institutions, and academia, she is widely recognized for her leadership in governance, democratic transformation, and global cooperation. Her presence on the Board reflects ITDFC’s commitment to engaging world-class leadership in advancing strategic international dialogue and partnerships.
H.E. Paul Soobba Massaquoi
Ambassador Extra Ordinary and Plenipotentiary, Republic of Sierra Leone to the Republic of Korea
A distinguished diplomat, governance expert, and international leader, H.E. Paul Soobba Massaquoi serves as Ambassador of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the Republic of Korea. With more than 25 years of exceptional experience across international affairs, maritime governance, public administration, and institutional leadership, His Excellency is widely recognized for his contributions to diplomacy, strategic governance, and global cooperation. Appointed by H.E. President Dr. Julius Maada Bio in 2024, he has previously served as Executive Director of the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration and CEO & Chairman of the Foundation of the President and First Lady of Sierra Leone. His presence on the Board reflects ITDFC’s commitment to engaging distinguished global leadership in advancing international dialogue, diplomatic collaboration, and strategic partnerships across nations.
Executive Team
Bency George
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Bency George is the COO of ITDFC, responsible for leading the organization's institutional operations, global partnerships, and international trade engagement initiatives. He oversees the strategic execution of programs aimed at strengthening economic diplomacy and global chamber collaborations. His leadership contributes significantly to advancing ITDFC's mission.
Sunandita Kanjilal
Vice President – Global Relations & Strategic Outreach
Sunandita focuses on expanding the federation's global relations network and institutional partnerships. She works closely on advancing collaboration with international chambers, trade bodies, diplomatic missions, and financial institutions, supporting the federation's mission of promoting cross-border trade cooperation and economic dialogue.
ITDFC Global Country Directors
Mr. Moussa Konate
Country Director – Burkina Faso
A highly accomplished international development leader, Mr. Moussa KONATE brings 30+ years of strategic experience across agriculture, water systems, and large-scale development initiatives. With a distinguished career spanning global institutions such as FAO and UNDP, he has been instrumental in advancing sustainable agriculture, value chains, and rural transformation across West and Central Africa. He serves as Country Director for Burkina Faso, strengthening ITDFC’s regional presence and advancing strategic partnerships across the African continent.
ITDFC Global Youth Ambassadors
The International Trade and Delegation Federation of Chambers (ITDFC) presents its Global Youth Ambassadors—emerging leaders from countries across the world.
Aligned with ITDFC’s Five-Pillar Framework, they contribute to strengthening Youth Councils across countries while advancing collaboration, policy engagement, and initiatives in trade, innovation, and sustainable development.
Mr. Philipo Fahamuel Mrutu
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Tanzania
Mr. Akash Nundlal Appama
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – South Africa
Mr. Kwenyui Ndeih Joseph
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Cameroon
Mr. Urbain Boris MILLOGO
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Burkina Faso
Mr. Lloyd Leungo Mmono
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Botswana
Mr. Sheriff Gaye
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Gambia
Mr. Alphon Percival DALANGUERE
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Central African Republic
Mr. Ojong Godwin Agbor
ITDFC Youth Ambassador – Cameroon
Ms. Dephine Kachara
ITDFC Women Youth Ambassador – Zimbabwe
Operational Support
Yasmeen Sultana Begum
HR Consultant
Yasmeen Sultana Begum serves as the HR Consultant at ITDFC, contributing to the organization's institutional growth through strategic human resource advisory and professional talent engagement. She supports the federation in strengthening human capital frameworks and organizational coordination.
Mr. Harsh
Program Coordinator
Mr. Harsh serves as the Program Coordinator at ITDFC, supporting the planning and execution of programs, events, and delegations. He works closely with stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination and effective delivery of initiatives.
A Consultative Global Network
ITDFC is supported by a broader institutional ecosystem that strengthens our mission through expert consultation and strategic guidance. This network ensures our initiatives are credible, responsible, and aligned with global best practices.
Advisory Panel
The panel comprises senior advisors and former diplomats whose profiles are updated as formal appointments are regularized within our governance framework.
Former Diplomats
Policy guidance and diplomatic protocol alignment for international engagement.
Trade Policy Experts
Strategic analysis of global trade agreements, tariffs, and regulatory frameworks.
Sector Specialists
Deep domain expertise across agriculture, technology, manufacturing, and energy.
Institutional Partners
Collaborative engagement with chambers, trade bodies, and global federations.