Manolo Vega, Chairman of REF, on Transforming Peer Advisory Forums

Manolo Vega, Chairman of REF, on Transforming Peer Advisory Forums

• A global network of peer-to-peer advisory boards for CEOs and business owners
• Groups of 12–15 business leaders, non-competing members only

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In this episode of “The Brand Called You,” host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Manolo Vega, Chairman of REF, about launching REF’s peer advisory forums in India and what sets them apart.

00:01:00- What is REF and how does it work?

• A global network of peer-to-peer advisory boards for CEOs and business owners
• Groups of 12–15 business leaders, non-competing members only
• Monthly confidential meetings for sharing and processing strategic and personal issues

00:02:51- How are meetings structured?

• Three segments: expert-led discussion, case processing, and best practice sharing
• Focused on deep strategic, emotional, and leadership topics

00:04:46- How does REF promote growth?

• Increases self-awareness and highlights blind spots
• Helps leaders align personal and business goals for next-level growth

00:07:42- Who joins and what unites REF members?

• Leaders from medium/large companies and promising startups
• Values: willingness to share, lifelong learning, holistic success, and open-mindedness

00:10:24- What makes REF different from other networks?

• Professionally facilitated forums, stronger peer focus
• Emphasis on trust, confidentiality, and collective wisdom

00:15:22- What are REF’s plans for India?

• Foster conscious, connected business leaders
• Target of 2,000 members in five years with selective growth

00:21:07- How do Indian members benefit globally?

• Access to international peers, events, and forum support in other countries
• Opportunity to present business challenges worldwide

00:24:15- How are members chosen and diversity maintained?

• Invitation-only; unanimous approval by forum
• Diversity of industries and perspectives is prioritized

00:28:22- Why is trust and confidentiality critical?

• Breach of confidentiality results in removal from REF
• Deep trust enables leaders to share sensitive issues

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Learn more about Manolo Vega: LinkedIn 

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• A global network of peer-to-peer advisory boards for CEOs and business owners
• Groups of 12–15 business leaders, non-competing members only
• Monthly confidential meetings for sharing and processing strategic and personal issues