Armenian Institute of Directors

Our community of governance professionals continues to expand!

We are glad to announce that Srbuhi Melkonyan ⦁ FCCA ⦁ EMBA Melkonyan, Chief Financial Officer at MOGO Armenia, has officially joined the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD). Her extensive background in financial management is a fantastic addition to our network, and we look forward to the valuable insights she will bring to our ongoing initiatives.

We are thrilled to welcome Sona Ishkhanyan, Chairperson of Acba Bank, to the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD) as our newest individual member!

While Sona joins our community in an individual capacity, her membership further highlights the enduring commitment of Acba Bank as a listed issuer to our shared values of boardroom excellence.

We are honored to add her exceptional leadership, financial expertise, and strategic vision to our growing network.

Welcome to the AIoD network, Sona!

We are happy to welcome Gohar Sisakyan to the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD)!

As the Head of Corporate Governance and International Relations Legal Support Service and Corporate Secretary at Ameriabank CJSC, Gohar brings an exceptional depth of expertise in steering high-level corporate governance and cross-border legal frameworks.

Welcome to AIoD, Gohar!

Glad to announce the growing interest in good governance with every newly joining member.

Emma Margaryan, group recruitment manager of SoftConstruct joined Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD) as an affiliate member.

Welcome to the board, Emma!

We are delighted to announce that Ani Makaryan, Chief Executive Officer at the Central Depository of Armenia (Armenia Stock Exchange Group), has joined the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD) as a new Individual Full Member.

Ani brings a wealth of leadership experience and expertise in governance, executive leadership, and financial infrastructure. Her addition to our community further strengthens our mission to advance governance standards and leadership excellence across Armenia.

Please join us in giving Ani a warm welcome!

When is it time to trust others with your business?
Scaling a company isn't just about revenue—it's about building a structure that thrives beyond the founder.
In a recent appearance on the How2B podcast (FinCast #30), AIoD Chairman Elena Khachvankyan broke down the essentials of corporate governance and how to transition from founder-centric management to a sustainable, structured system.

Key themes discussed:

Shifting from micro-management to systemic trust
Why corporate governance is a growth driver, not just red tape
Practical frameworks for long-term accountability and resilience

Watch the full conversation (In Armenian): https://youtu.be/Lh1PI78ZKH8?si=e8NcJbo2t06bsWgH

Ինչպե՞ս բիզնեսը վստահել ուրիշին, ի՞նչ է կորպորատիվ կառավարումը | Ելենա Խաչվանքյան | FinCast #30 Ինչպե՞ս անել, որ հայկական ընկերությունները կախված չլինեն միայն մեկ ...

New member at AIoD!

We are happy to announce that Shushan V. Vardanyan, Chief Corporate Lawyer at Acba bank OJSC Bank, has joined the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD) as an Affiliate Member.

Shushanik brings a wealth of legal expertise and strategic insight to our network, further strengthening our commitment to fostering high-level governance excellence in Armenia.

As we continue to build a community of forward-thinking leaders, her background will be an invaluable asset to our peer-to-peer initiatives and collaborative discussions.

AIoD Mid-Year Highlights (Jan–Jun 2026) - Reflecting on a period of intense growth, high-level dialogue, and commitment to elevating corporate governance standards across Armenia.

Over the past six months, our community has moved to strengthen and fostering a culture of professional development and deep, meaningful engagement among our members.

Key highlights from our first half of 2026 include:

- Peer-to-Peer Engagement: We successfully launched our "Peer-to-Peer Lounge" series, creating dedicated spaces for our members to exchange insights through structured rotation networking.

- Capacity Building: Through our targeted workshops—including our recent deep-dive into "Family Business Transformation"—we continue to provide directors with the practical tools necessary for navigating complex boardroom challenges.

- Community Expansion: Our network has grown, bringing together leaders from diverse sectors committed to transparency, ethical leadership, and long-term value creation.

We invite you to explore our full Mid-Year Highlights Newsletter to see a detailed summary of the activities of the first half of the year.

AIoD is announcing the premiere of our new webinar series "View on Governance". Our highly anticipated first episode will tackle one of the most pressing issues in corporate leadership today: The Complexities of ESG and the Reality of Boards.

Join AIoD Board Member Arsen Nazaryan Արսեն Նազարյան and our esteemed guest, Laurence Tanty (Board Member and Chair), as they dissect how directors can realistically align stakeholders and integrate sustainable practices into core governance models.

With over three decades of global leadership across FTSE-listed corporates, private equity, and family businesses, Laurence brings unparalleled expertise in governance reform. Alongside Arsen’s 25+ years navigating the legal and regulatory landscape, this session is a must-attend for leaders focused on sustainable growth.

🚨 Limited Public Seats Available! This is an exclusive AIoD member event, but we have opened a highly limited number of seats to the public.

To request an invitation, please email us directly at: [email protected]

New day, new member!

We are happy to welcome Anahit Adamyan, Expert Partner at Civitta Armenia, to the Armenian Institute of Directors (AIoD) as our newest Individual Full Member!

Anahit brings over two decades of exceptional expertise spanning corporate strategy, business management, and corporate finance. Holding a CFA charter and an MBA from Brandeis University, she has a proven track record of driving strategic growth, particularly within the financial services and education sectors.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Anahit is deeply committed to governance and community impact. She actively serves on the Board of Trustees for the ZINAPAH National Foundation and is a Co-founder and board member of the Arm Marathon Foundation.

Welcome to the community, dear Anahit!