Recognizing IIBA’s Amazing Volunteers
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With Global Business Analysis Day fast approaching, it’s once again time to celebrate the diverse global business analysis community!
On November 1, 2023, we’re hosting a free 24-hour, virtual event featuring leading speakers, networking opportunities, recognition ceremonies, and more. It will begin in Asia Pacific, moving westward as we connect with Chapters in India, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
You can register for it now.
As part of the event, IIBA’s annual awards ceremony will recognize the contributions of community leaders globally who have advanced business analysis. There are three main award categories: Chapter, Volunteer, and Corporate.
In anticipation of the big day, let’s look at how IIBA celebrates the world’s most remarkable volunteers—the beating heart of IIBA and the business analysis community.
Volunteer Awards
Thousands of IIBA Members around the globe serve our community as volunteers. They lead and serve on chapter boards, mentor fellow business analysis professionals, assist in writing and translating our guides and publications, and contribute in so many other ways.
Through the Volunteer Awards Program, IIBA recognizes their achievements and acknowledges their outstanding contributions to the business analysis profession within their communities.
For a full list of this year’s nominees, visit our volunteer page, where you can also see a list of last year’s winners and nominees.
Watch last year’s virtual award ceremony for a taste of what’s to come this year.
The Finalists
- Americas Western – Maria Clara Gómez Álvarez, Ali Aksoy, Thomas Coats
- Americas Central – Cecelia Walsh, Joe Perzel, Kat McGill
- Americas Northeastern – Ebenezer Ajibade, Emily Tom, Patrice Bourgeois
- Americas Southeastern – Aaron Whittenberger, Gordana Vujec, Thea Rasins-Soehren
- Asia Pacific – Abi Sachithanantham, Carl Sudholz, Liza Laya
- Europe, Middle East & Africa – Denys Gobov, Stuart Mullinger, Veselin Politov
- India – Bhakti Khanna, Dr Pradeep Pendse, Krishna Penumudi
Global Business Analysis Day: Celebrating 20 Years of Business Analysis
Spanning five time zones, this 24-hour virtual event is a global celebration that commemorates 20 years of innovation, insights, and impact. From the first light of dawn to the twinkling stars of night, we'll travel the world together honouring the past, embracing the present, and envisioning a future brimming with possibilities.
Get ready to connect, learn, and be inspired by industry visionaries, thought leaders, and seasoned practitioners as we pave the way for the next era of business analysis success!
Register now.
Have You Heard About BA Jam?
The 2023 BA Jam is a festival celebrating 20 years of business analysis and IIBA. Led by industry thought leaders, the events will celebrate, inspire, and explore the past, present, and future of business analysis.
It will feature 20 free online streaming events on LinkedIn leading into Global Business Analysis Day on November 1. BA Jam sessions will also be featured at IIBA’s Global Business Analysis Day event. Don’t miss it!
Be Part of the Festivities
Global Business Analysis Day is a time to celebrate the amazing work that business analysts do every day. So don’t be afraid to join in!If you’re unsure how to acknowledge your business analysis colleagues and friends, here are a few ideas:
- Recognize a business analyst who inspires you in your role by sharing your story on social media and tagging IIBA.
- Tag your colleagues and with a simple post on social media, "Happy Global Business Analysis Day #IIBA #GlobalBusinessAnalysisDay2023.”
- Post a photo of your team or local chapter or re-post your favourites and include the hashtag #GlobalBusinessAnalysisDay2023.
- Make a video explaining why you’re passionate about business analysis or how it led to a project’s success.
Looking to volunteer with IIBA? There’s always an opportunity to give back to the business analysis community, whether it’s by contributing content to our Analyst Catalyst blog or participating in chapter events and forums. Explore our many volunteer initiatives and sign up today.
About the Author:
Jared loves being a Business Analyst and has done so in title for over 15 years with over 25 years of business leadership experience in both the retail and energy sectors. He is a strong advocate for IIBA, having served in various capacities with the Calgary IIBA Chapter as well as chairing the Volunteer Chapter Network. He brings his passion for business analysis and experience as a Chapter Leader to the role of Director of Chapters and Membership Engagement of IIBA.
He holds his Bachelor of Arts degree in French from the University of Calgary and the Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®) designation. He will take any chance possible to evangelize business analysis and will talk your ear off about the role and the profession should you allow him to do so.
