Subcommittees

MEACA’s Subcommittees are specialized working groups that advance our mission through targeted initiatives, research, and active member engagement. They unite professionals with shared expertise to tackle priority areas, foster collaboration, and shape programs that strengthen ethics and compliance across the region.

Our Sub-Committees Are:

Finance & Audit Sub-Committee

 Oversees MEACA’s financial health through budgeting, planning, and audit oversight. Ensures financial stability and sustainability to support the organization’s mission.

 Plans and delivers conferences, workshops, and networking sessions while building sponsorship partnerships. Ensures events drive learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

 Enhances the member experience by managing applications, benefits, and retention strategies. Builds a supportive, engaged community of compliance professionals.

 Strengthens MEACA’s presence across MEA by fostering local connections, promoting initiatives, and tailoring programs to address regional compliance challenges.

 Advances women in compliance through tailored events, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing platforms. Builds visibility, leadership, and community for female professionals.

 Maintains effective governance and administration by overseeing policies, frameworks, and processes. Ensures transparency, accountability, and organizational efficiency.

Stephan Lutz

Board Member

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

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

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

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.