Dear Members of the International Information Management Association (IIMA),
I feel honoured to serve as your next President of the Association, following two years of exceptional leadership provided by Alison Munsch, Ph.D. I feel humbled to have been elected to lead the Association and guide it through the challenging times ahead.
Given the accelerating
pace of digital transformation, including the rapid advancement of artificial
intelligence, the importance of our collective work cannot be overstated. It is
our shared responsibility to facilitate critical knowledge exchange,
collaboration, and innovation to ensure we remain at the forefront of this
ever-changing Information Management professional and academic research landscape.
Geopolitical
issues are prevalent now and cannot be ignored. However, as an international
community, we bear the obligation to bring people together. We must examine
where our ideas diverge, but more importantly, identify areas where we can
combine and collaborate to foster optimal outcomes. This collaboration should
aim to create a better society for everyone. My primary objective will be to
cultivate this international community inclusively.
I wish to
extend my gratitude to all past and present members of the International
Information Management Association (IIMA) who have contributed to this wonderful
community. We are obligated to acknowledge the immense contributions of our
past presidents, board members, and every dedicated member who has ensured the
standing of the International Information Management Association. The continued
commitment of our predecessors to the field and this association has
unequivocally paved the way for us to carry the torch forward.
We are
thankful to the organisers of IIMA 2025 for facilitating a wonderful conference.
Our forthcoming annual conference in 2026 will be hosted in Sarajevo, the
capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina (Europe). This city offers a unique setting
where history and future come together under the theme Rebuilding Bridges:
Digital Growth for a Sustainable Future. I look forward to collaborating with
the IIMA 2026 conference organisers to make this an unforgettable experience
that brings the IIMA community together from East to West, and North to South.
Let us
collectively strive to ensure that IIMA marks a significant advancement toward
constructing a better world for all, and together work on (online) activities
throughout the year to bring our international community together. Thank you!
Kind
regards,
Anand Sheombar
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