CIAT Head of Membership makes Top 100 most influential Membership Professionals Index

A ceremony was held in London last week to recognise the people shaping the future of associations, charities, unions, and membership communities around the world.

James Banks CMgr FCMI, Head of Membership at CIAT, was featured in the list at number 82.

James said:

I’m honoured to be recognised by Membership World and number 82 is an achievement in itself. I don’t do it for the recognition or kudos, but to promote CIAT and impact Architectural Technology!

Jason Boyle from RIBA, chair of the Fellowship and a longstanding committee member, topped the list with over 5 million impressions per year.

He said:

RIBA has always been passionate about supporting its members and advancing the profession of architecture worldwide. It's been a privilege to play a part in ensuring architects, wherever they may be, feel supported, empowered, and connected to a global community.

At number 2 was Sophie Devonshire, CEO of the Marketing Society and John Hewko, General Secretary of Rotary International was number 3.

Gordon Glenister, CEO and Founder of Membership World, commented:

This is the first time we have sought to highlight a number of individuals in the association and membership sector for their level of online influence. Focused on Linkedin, we sought to highlight the value of the membership sector and the importance of consistent high value content. 

You can watch an interview with James Banks below. 

For a look at the complete list, click here.