Isha Ambani, Louise Bawden join FIVB board of administration

The International Volleyball Federation has appointed Isha Ambani and Louise Bawden to its board of administration for the 2024-2028 Olympic cycle, bringing fresh perspectives, business acumen, and athlete representation to the organisation’s highest levels.

Isha Ambani joins the FIVB Board as the appointed member representing the gender-in-minority category. A dynamic leader in the business world, Ambani is part of the executive leadership at Reliance Industries Limited and plays a key role across several group companies and others, including Reliance Retail. There, she has spearheaded the company’s expansive growth, driving major digital and e-commerce initiatives.

Furthermore, Ambani heads the company’s diversity and inclusion programme, championing initiatives that empower women in the workplace. Her unique perspective, blending business leadership with a strong focus on inclusion and innovation, will be a valuable asset to the FIVB board.

Meanwhile, Louise Bawden, a three-time Olympian and the President of the FIVB Athletes’ Commission, was chosen by her fellow commission members to join the FIVB board. A dual Olympian in both indoor and beach volleyball, Bawden has served on the Athletes’ Commission since 2021 and was elected President in 2024 for a four-year term. Her deep commitment to championing athletes’ voices, combined with her elite sporting experience, brings invaluable insight to the board.