The founding members of the Independent Business Owners Association International, Inc.® (the "IBOAI") structured the IBOAI as a representative democracy. Board Members who qualify at the Diamond level or above are elected to three year terms and take an Oath of Office to, among other responsibilities, in good faith agree to represent all IBOs.

The Board meets formally four times a year. Special meetings and numerous conference calls are held as needed to address important matters that arise across all aspects of the Business.