ISACA member launches ‘NO’ campaign ahead of 2026 governance vote

Rajendra Khare, an ISACA Gold Member, has launched a VOTE “NO” campaign as ISACA members prepare to vote from Sept. 21 to Oct. 30, 2026, on proposed governance changes. The proposals include shorter quorum requirements, longer board terms and a move of ISACA’s jurisdiction from California to Washington, D.C.

Why it matters: - The vote could reshape how ISACA governs itself, including board service length, member voting thresholds and the organization’s legal domicile. - The campaign is aimed at eligible members deciding whether to approve changes that could affect future board turnover and member influence.

What happened: - Rajendra Khare, an ISACA Gold Member, launched a VOTE “NO” campaign ahead of ISACA’s 2026 Governance Vote. - The voting period runs from Sept. 21 through Oct. 30, 2026. - The campaign is being conducted by Khare in his personal capacity as an ISACA member. - Further information about the campaign is available through MemberLens.org.

The details: - ISACA’s proposed changes include lowering the member-meeting quorum from 5% to 4%. - The proposals would change Board terms from one year to three years. - The nine-year maximum service period would remain in place. - ISACA is also proposing to re-domesticate from California to Washington, D.C. - Campaign communications are focused on the governance vote, the proposed changes and the voting timetable. - The campaign includes direct communications with ISACA members and Chapter leadership. - The campaign also uses digital channels and visual materials addressing the governance proposals. - Eligible members can review the proposals, voting process and governance documents through ISACA’s official Governance and Bylaws Updates.

Between the lines: - A longer board term can reduce turnover and increase continuity, but it also can make leadership harder to change quickly. - A lower quorum can make governance votes easier to pass, which can shift power in a membership organization. - Khare’s disclaimer says the campaign reflects his personal interpretation of the proposals and not the position of DQS Certification India Private Limited or an official ISACA reading of the bylaws. - The disclaimer also urges members to review ISACA’s official documents before deciding.

What’s next: - ISACA members will vote through Oct. 30, 2026. - The outcome will determine whether the proposed quorum, board term and jurisdiction changes take effect. - Members are expected to review ISACA’s official campaign and bylaws materials before casting ballots.

The bottom line: - The campaign sets up a membership test over how much control ISACA’s members want to keep over governance changes that would make board service longer and voting thresholds lower.