Membership

Join the Middle East & Africa’s Largest Compliance Association!

MEACA is proud to offer all services and programs free of charge to members until 2027.

Thanks to the generosity of our strategic partners, every benefit is fully subsidized — ensuring open, global access to compliance professionals everywhere.

Getting Started Is Simple!

We’ve made joining MEACA seamless. Just connect with us and unlock your benefits in four easy steps:

Step One:

Sign up and register your membership details, to be a part of our exclusive membership database.

Step Two:​

Follow our LinkedIn Page to stay connected with our community.

Step Three:

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on events, thought leadership, and professional opportunities.

Step Four:

Join our WhatsApp group to receive the latest programming and announcements directly on your phone.

Step Five:

Download Glue Up App and join as a member to receive important updates and events.

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Why Join MEACA?

Becoming a member of MEACA opens a world of opportunity to be part of the largest network of professionals dedicated to ethics and compliance in the Middle East and Africa.

Membership is designed to empower you at every stage of your career—whether you are just starting in compliance or are a seasoned leader. You’ll gain the tools, insights, and community support needed to navigate complex regulatory environments, strengthen your organization’s compliance culture, and lead with integrity.

Membership Benefits

As a MEACA member, you gain unparalleled support, resources, and recognition to help you excel in your role and contribute meaningfully to the profession.

1. Networking & Community

  • Connect with the largest cross-border network of compliance professionals in MEA, spanning diverse industries and geographies.

  • Collaborate with peers through subcommittees, working groups, and regional forums.

2. Events & Conferences

  • Access invitations to exclusive live and virtual events: conferences, workshops, benchmarking sessions, and roundtables with regional and global leaders.

 

  • Enjoy discounted entry to specialized MEACA–Nielsen Smith Compliance Conferences, tailored to address MEA’s most pressing compliance challenges.

3. Knowledge & Thought Leadership

  • Stay ahead with case studies, research papers, and regulatory updates.

 

  • Learn from best-practice guides, written articles, and expert interviews with leading compliance practitioners.

 

  • Receive The Ethical Explorer, MEACA’s monthly newsletter with insights, thought leadership, and member highlights.

4. Careers & Mentorship

  • Explore high-quality opportunities via MEACA’s exclusive job board.

 

  • Participate in the Mentorship Program — pair with senior leaders for guidance, or mentor the next generation of compliance professionals.

5. Professional Development

  • Gain tools to navigate regulatory challenges in emerging markets.

 

  • Learn strategies for building effective compliance frameworks through the Best Practices in Compliance Program.

 

  • Deepen your expertise in ethics in corporate governance, enhancing your ability to foster transparency and trust in organizations.

6. Discounts & Recognition

  • Enjoy special discounts on partner services and events.

  • Gain visibility by publishing articles in The Ethical Explorer or being featured at MEACA conferences and events.

  • Showcase your expertise and contributions as part of MEACA’s recognized community of ethical leaders.

Join Today!

Joining MEACA is simple, free, and impactful. As a member, you decide how to engage—whether by attending events, sharing your expertise, or giving back through pro-bono initiatives and subcommittee work.

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Join Today!

Joining MEACA is simple, free, and impactful. As a member, you decide how to engage—whether by attending events, sharing your expertise, or giving back through pro-bono initiatives and subcommittee work.

Join Us!

Want to Get More Involved?

Membership is just the beginning

If you’d like to contribute more directly, MEACA offers pro-bono opportunities to give back to the compliance community. From joining a subcommittee to supporting events or thought leadership, your involvement helps strengthen the profession across the region.

  • Serve on a subcommittee.

     

  • Host or speak at MEACA events.

     

  • Publish articles and share expertise.

     

  • Sponsor and strengthen our mission.
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Stephan Lutz

Board Member

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With over 12 years of experience in Forensic and Compliance, Stephan has developed broad expertise across industries such as automotive, airlines, and steel.

He has led FCPA investigations and implemented Compliance Management Systems to strengthen corporate integrity.

As Legal and Compliance Officer at Daimler Trucks Middle East & Africa, he was responsible for compliance risk assessments, due diligence, data protection, and export control. Stephan is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).

He also serves as a board member of the Middle East & Africa Compliance Association (MEACA), supporting the advancement of compliance practices in the region.

Sidra Ghani

Board Member

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Sidra Ghani serves as Regional Corporate Counsel for a multinational company, where she provides strategic legal guidance across diverse markets.

As a dedicated board member of MEACA, she leads the Women in MEACA Sub-Committee, championing initiatives that empower and support women in the profession.

She brings a wealth of corporate experience and a strong commitment to advancing equity, leadership, and professional excellence within the community.

Elvis Angyiembe

Co-Chairman Emeritus & Co Founder

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Elvis Angyiembe is a seasoned compliance and risk management professional with extensive experience working with multinationals and regulators worldwide.

As a founding member of MEACA, he helps shape regional dialogue and set standards that balance global best practices with local realities.

He is also an author and recognized speaker on youth empowerment, anti-corruption, regulatory innovation, and the role of emerging technologies in compliance.

Tomell Ceasar

President and Co-Founder

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Tomell deSilva Ceasar is a global ethics and compliance leader with nearly two decades of experience shaping governance across high-risk markets and 80+ countries.

As Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of MEACA, he champions ethical leadership in the Middle East and Africa.

Recognized by Forbes and Compliance & Ethics Professional Magazine, his work bridges corporate reform with a deeper mission: making integrity a lived human discipline and foundation for trust.