The Governing Council functions as the organization’s oversight body, responsible for guiding its strategic direction, policies, and activities. It comprises of esteemed professionals from diverse backgrounds, including legal experts such as retired judges, practicing advocates, business leaders, academicians, and other professionals. The council plays a crucial role in defining the Chamber’s mission and goals and its primary mandate is to provide leadership, ensuring adherence to ethical standards, procedural integrity, and the advancement of alternative dispute resolution methods. The Council establishes and updates Rules and procedures governing arbitration and mediation proceedings, aligning them with evolving legal standards and industry best practices. Additionally, it manages a panel of qualified arbitrators, mediators, and experts. Beyond its regulatory function, the Council serves as a platform for fostering collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing among members, bolstering the Chamber’s credibility. It ensures its continued impact in the field of dispute resolution, while also advancing the objectives of the Cadre Trust, the parent non-profit organization out of which ICAM originates.