Who We Are
The Global Council for Business Resilience (GCBR) is an international non-profit platform dedicated to strengthening the capacity of businesses, governments, and communities to withstand crises and systemic disruptions. Founded by leaders with hands-on crisis management experience, GCBR serves as a global hub for knowledge, standards, and collaboration in resilience.
We believe resilience is no longer optional—it is a strategic imperative that defines the survival and success of organizations in today’s volatile world.
What We Do
Through specialized working groups, global research, and strategic partnerships, we provide a comprehensive ecosystem for resilience:
Leaders Behind Our Mission
Our Advisory Board unites visionary leaders, innovators, and change-makers from around the world. Together, we co-create bold solutions, share wisdom from diverse journeys, and guide the Global Council for Business Resilience toward a future where businesses — and societies — can thrive in uncertainty.
Maryna Peikova
President/Wartime CEO/Resilience Catalysts
A wartime CEO and global strategist with 20+ years of leadership in FMCG, Retail, and Crisis resilience. She builds bold ventures and resilient ecosystems, transforming adversity into opportunity across 60+ markets.
Annalie Killian
Strategic Advisory Board/Change Catalyst/Network Orchestrator
Annalie is a globally recognised change catalyst and network orchestrator, with experience ranging from post-apartheid economic rebuilding in South Africa to driving innovation for Fortune 500 companies and startups across Sydney, New York, and Paris. She brings a rare blend of foresight, strategic insight, and execution discipline.
Giovanna Questioni
Strategic Advisory Board/Transformation Leader
Global business and transformation leader with 20+ years’ experience driving omnichannel excellence and AI-powered innovation for iconic brands across EMEA, North America, and Asia. A champion for women in leadership, she blends strategic foresight with a proven track record in retail, digital acceleration, and cross-cultural growth
Nina Mimica
Strategic Advisory Board/Strategic Innovator
C-suite executive with 18+ years of international experience across retail, telecom, appliances, and advertising. She brings expertise in strategy, transformation, and innovation, with a passion for mentoring and community impact.
Manuel Bissey
Strategic Advisory Board/Cybersecurity and Operational Risk Management
Manuel Bissey is an internationally recognized Cybersecurity and Operational Risk Management executive with 25 years of experience across consulting, managed security services, and security assurance in multiple regions and industries. He has held senior leadership roles at major global tech companies, where he built and led customer success and security practices at scale.
Our Approach
We operate at the intersection of business, government, and institutional bodies, integrating evidence-based insights with practical leadership tools.Our approach is grounded in 3 core principles:
Agility
Preparing organizations to pivot quickly in the face of crises.
Collaboration
Bridging public and private sectors for joint resilience.
Leadership & People First
Recognizing that in every crisis, people are the most critical asset.
Careers
Available Volunteers Job Opportunities
We’re always looking for talents who want to grow personally and professionally in our company.
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Whether you represent a corporation, a government agency, or an academic institution, GCBR offers a platform to collaborate on advancing resilience. From joint research and training programs to advisory boards and global dialogues, there are many ways to contribute and benefit. Reach out today — let’s explore how we can create lasting impact together.
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