Reflecting on Global Business Analysis Day: A Community Celebration
On November 1, Global Business Analysis Day was back with a bang, bringing together thousands of passionate business analysis professionals for a celebration of skills, ideas, and people.
This year, over 7,000 attendees from every corner of the globe—Australia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas—came together to make it the biggest event of its kind. Watching this vibrant community in action was a true highlight, as everyone leaned into our theme, Analysis Everywhere, showcasing how business analysis shapes success at every level, in every industry.
In true form, the chat boards were alive with some classic business analysis buzzwords:
In case you missed it, here’s the highlight reel from the profession’s biggest virtual event (in history).
A 24-Hour Celebration
This year’s Global Business Analysis Day was nothing short of a worldwide adventure. Spanning 24 hours and five regions, the event highlighted how business analysis impacts industries around the globe. The virtual format made it easy for participants to attend sessions designed for their region’s time zone, interests, and unique challenges—no jet lag required!Starting in Asia Pacific and making its way west through India, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and finally the Americas, the day offered a truly global perspective on how business analysis continues to evolve and innovate.
Highlights From Across the Globe
From AI’s game-changing role in business analysis to the push for more sustainable practices, the event delivered insights that hit all the right notes. Each region brought its own flavour to the table, sharing experiences and ideas that participants could take back to their teams.
The chat boards were buzzing as attendees swapped thoughts, asked questions, and cheered each other on—proving that great ideas transcend borders. And in true community spirit, attendees shared their highlights on social media using #AnalysisEverywhere, giving the day a vibrant online presence.
We’ve rounded up the top 10 sessions from the event. Whether you’re looking to catch up or relive the excitement, these videos will be available to explore soon:
| Australia | Beyond Requirements: Bridging Business Analysis and System Design | Dr. Ashley Aitken, Consultant |
| Australia | Act Before You Overthink | Lison Mage, Executive Coach |
| India | Enabling Your Analysis Process with AI | Tim Coventry and Angela Wick |
| India | Business Analysis Techniques | Harmeet Bhasin |
| Africa and the Middle East | Managing Technical Debt, Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, and Leading Digital Transformation | Ahmed Maghawry |
| Africa and the Middle East | Impact of Business Analysis on Strategic Planning | Doha Shawki |
| Europe | Give Your Product a High Five: Five Business Analysis Essential Steps and Tools | Tomette Kirk |
| Europe | How to Have Valuable Conversations at Work | Paddy Dhanda |
| Americas | The Cognitive Revolution: Forging the AI-Empowered Business Analyst of Tomorrow | Mathieu Gouanou |
| Americas | How to Shape Your Career with Hybrid Roles | Laura Brandenburg |
Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of Business Analysis
On Global Business Analysis Day, we hit pause on the hustle to celebrate the people and organizations making waves in the business analysis world.
This year’s awards were all about spotlighting those who’ve gone above and beyond—whether by building thriving communities, advancing the profession, or just being the go-to person who gets stuff done. These folks and businesses are the real MVPs of business analysis, and their stories left us inspired (and maybe a tad jealous).
From heartfelt speeches to well-deserved wins, the ceremony was a reminder that behind every great project, there’s a business analysis professional quietly making magic happen. Let’s take a look back at the highlights:
If you prefer the bite-sized version, here’s a breakdown of all the winners by award type:
Volunteer of the Year
Americas Western – Ameya Tuljapurkar
Americas Central – Liz Soldwish-Zoole
Americas Northeastern – Georges Bryson
Americas Southeastern – Aaron Whittenberger
Asia Pacific – Chamodi Wijewardana
Europe, Middle East & Africa – Filip Hendrickx
India – Govind Sridhar
Latin America – Fernando Solares
Chapter Awards
Chapter of the Year – South Africa
Business Partner – Mexico City
Chapter Sustainability – Australia
Community Outreach & Engagement – Mumbai
Delivering Membership Value – Bluegrass
Leadership Excellence – Southeast Michigan
Marketing Excellence – Spain
Professional Development – Colombo
Partner Program Awards
Business Analysis Advancement – Capgemini, SoftServe, Alexforbes
Professional Development in Business Analysis – Ernst & Young Ireland, Accenture, Pinsent Masons
Corporate Engagement Award – Nedbank, Sun Life Canada, Ernst & Young Global Services Limited
These recipients are advancing the profession in ways that create lasting change within their organizations and the wider business analysis community. Congratulations to all the winners!
For more information on these awards, please visit our website.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Global Community
Global Business Analysis Day wouldn’t be what it is without you—the participants, volunteers, and chapter leaders who bring this event to life.
IIBA chapters are the beating heart of our community, driving professional growth and championing the value of business analysis on a local level. And let’s not forget our amazing partners and volunteers, who connect professionals across the globe with their dedication and passion.
Your commitment inspires us every day, and we’re honoured to celebrate the impact you make.
What’s Next?
As the curtains closed on this year’s event, one thing was clear: the business analysis profession is thriving, thanks to its dynamic, resilient, and diverse community. The connections and insights shared during Global Business Analysis Day are shaping the future of our field, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what’s ahead.
For those looking to stay connected, IIBA membership opens the door to countless resources, from the BABOK Guide to career-boosting webinars, exclusive certifications, and practical tools that keep you at the top of your game. And if you’re an organization ready to build your business analysis capabilities, the newly enhanced IIBA Partner Program offers tailored resources, training, and memberships to meet your needs.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made this year’s Global Business Analysis Day the biggest and most inspiring yet. Let’s take the lessons, inspiration, and connections from this day and keep building on them. Here’s to a bright future for business analysis—everywhere!
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About the Author
Susan Moore is the Community Engagement Manager at IIBA. Before that, she was a business analysis professional with more than 20 years’ experience in finance, insurance, and utilities industries, working on both the business and IT sides of organizations. Susan speaks frequently on business analysis-related topics and is the host of IIBA’s podcast, Business Analysis Live! Susan holds IIBA’s Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) and Agile Analysis Certification (AAC) in addition to other business analysis and agile certifications.
