Ciarb is pleased to announce the results of the Presidential election.

Cesar Pereira C.Arb FCIArb has been voted in as Deputy President 2025, and will take office as President in 2026. Michael Tonkin C.Arb FCIArb has been voted in as Vice-President 2025, will become Deputy President in 2026, and President in 2027.

Cesar Pereira C.Arb FCIArb, comments, “These past couple of months have been an extraordinary experience. I am a strong believer in the potential of Ciarb as a platform for interaction and collaboration between Branches. Connecting with Branch committees, Ciarb members and my fellow presidential candidates over this period only reinforced this conviction. We as Ciarb are many different things across the globe. Ciarb serves a variety of purposes in each jurisdiction. Awareness of such diversity is an astonishing realisation, and it illustrates the richness of our experience as members of Ciarb. 

I ran on a very clear platform: increase the collaboration between Branches and focus on the benefits Ciarb members can gain from taking part in a truly active and engaged international network. That I received such a representative vote is a testament to how these goals resonate with our members. I am grateful to all those who believed in and supported this project. The enthusiasm from the Branches is humbling and increases my responsibility. It also makes me confident that I am on the right track. My commitment from day one of my term as President is to do all I can within my mandate to bring Branches together and ensure every Ciarb member can gain the international visibility, knowledge and experience they look for when they join.

It is an immense pleasure to share now this mission with President Professor Dr Mohamed Abdel Wahab C.Arb FCIArb and Vice-President Michael Tonkin C.Arb FCIArb. I congratulate all my colleagues who took part in this year’s election and count especially on their generous collaboration to help make Ciarb an even greater organisation.”

Michael Tonkin C.Arb FCIArb, comments, “It is a profound honour and privilege to have been elected as Vice-President 2025, Deputy President 2026 and President 2027 of the Ciarb. Having been a member of Ciarb for over two decades, I have witnessed the organisation’s remarkable growth and global impact, and I am firmly committed to building on this legacy and supporting the continued advancement of Ciarb’s stated aims.

My presidential candidacy was grounded in a commitment to advancing all forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) across jurisdictions, promoting meaningful collaboration among members through training, events, and networking, and dedicating my time to actively engaging with and supporting all Ciarb Branches.

I look forward to working closely with our current President, Professor Dr Mohamed Abdel-WahabC.Arb FCIArb, and incoming President Cesar PereiraC.Arb FCIArb, to further strengthen Ciarb’s global presence and influence. Thank you to the membership for your trust and confidence in me. I am fully dedicated to serving Ciarb and its Branches throughout my Presidency and beyond.”

Don McIntyre, Chief Executive (Interim) of Ciarb comments, "I would like to extend my congratulations to Cesar Pereira C.Arb FCIArb, our newly appointed Deputy President for 2025 and future President in 2026, and to Michael Tonkin C.Arb FCIArb, our new Vice-President for 2025 and Deputy President for 2026. Their leadership will be instrumental in advancing Ciarb’s mission, and I look forward to working alongside them to ensure their success.

I also want to express my deep appreciation to all our nominees for their unwavering commitment—not only to Ciarb but to the entire alternative dispute resolution profession. The role of President is a pivotal one, serving as our foremost ambassador in championing ADR, engaging stakeholders worldwide, and inspiring a diverse, forward-thinking community. Through strategic leadership, public advocacy, and a steadfast dedication to professional excellence, our President embodies the values of integrity, inclusion, and innovation that define Ciarb’s global presence."

Ciarb would like to thank all candidates for participating in the 2025 Ciarb Presidential Elections. Your continued engagement with Ciarb is invaluable to the success of the organisation.

For more information on our voting process, please visit this link.