Atlanta, GA, January 13, 2020 – SIBF, a global executive network spanning 45 countries, has elected Vickie Cox Neighbour as chair of the board of directors for the 2020-21 term. Mrs. Neighbour worked for over 30 years in sales, international expansion and generational leadership transition for Cox Industries, Inc., a building products company founded by her father, William B. Cox, in Orangeburg, S.C. in 1954. Cox Industries successfully transitioned to its third generation of family leadership in 2009 and was sold to Kopper’s Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: KOP) in 2018. Joining SIBF in 1996, Mrs. Neighbour has been an active member supporting the organization’s global growth and serving as a mentor and facilitator for leadership academies held in Central Eurasia, the Middle East and South East Asia. Outgoing SIBF chair Mark Kaiser shared, “Vickie’s strong business acumen and commitment to SIBF’s vision of creating a globally integrated network of leaders who drive impact and innovation will position the organization for continued success as it celebrates its 40th year. I am honored to pass the torch to her in 2020.”
Additionally, SIBF has elected David Zacks (SIBF Class of 2013) as chair-elect and Sara Beth DeLisle (SIBF Class of 2018) as secretary. Mr. Zacks is a mediator/arbitrator at Zacks Resolution, a neutral at JAMS ADR, and a retired partner at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. Ms. DeLisle, a shareholder in Carr Allison’s Birmingham, AL office, is a trial attorney experienced in commercial and complex litigation and has litigated matters in areas of health care, product liability and transportation liability. Both Mr. Zacks and Ms. DeLisle bring a wealth of knowledge to the SIBF board, having been active with membership, program development and strategic planning for the organization.
ABOUT SIBF: Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, SIBF connects, engages and inspires global leaders to accelerate professional and personal success through lifelong learning and trusted relationships. Comprising 1500+ global executives and senior leaders, SIBF has members in more than 45 countries. Members include owners, entrepreneurs, CEOs, presidents and managing partners who share a keen interest in understanding the global economy, culture and geopolitics. www.sibf.org
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