The European Internet Foundation is established as a legal, not-for-profit entity under Belgian law. It is governed by its Statutes and Bylaws. EIF´s structure reflects the principle of political leadership and control, while ensuring openness, participation and equity for business and associates members, who support the Foundation financially through annual fees.

Membership in the various organs of EIF is currently as follows :

Board of Management :

All members of the Board of Governors (see above)

Business Steering Committee:
-Manuel Avendano, Telefonica
-Peter Dreyer, Siemens AG
-Stephane Ducable, Alcatel
-Luigi Gambardella, Telecom Italia
-Thomas Sidenbladh, Ericsson
-Dorothy Smith, BT
Associate Members:
-Nicola Frank, EBU
-Jon Thorhallsson, CECUA

Treasury Committee :

Political member:
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Business member:
-Klaus-Dieter Platte, SAP