ARMA International: Nathan Hughes Joins As CEO

By Amit Chowdhry • Jul 15, 2023

ARMA International – the world’s leading membership organization serving professionals who manage and govern information assets – announced the promotion of Nathan Hughes, CAE, IGP, to Chief Executive Officer. Hughes has been pivotal in the transformative growth of the organization and the continued expansion of support provided to ARMA International’s members globally.

With more than two decades of comprehensive experience in managing technology, operations, and logistics functions through senior-level positions, Hughes’ leadership, vision, and strategic planning expertise equip him to be successful in this role. And his promotion comes in recognition of his significant contributions to ARMA International, including forming solid international partnerships and leading the integration of the MER Conference into the ARMA International brand family.

Hughes will continue to build upon the solid foundation he has helped create at ARMA International. And as a crucial part of this includes further progress with the newly founded Global Information Consortium, co-founded by ARMA International and RIMPA Global. This initiative aims to unite like-minded organizations across the globe in advocating for the effective and ethical management of information.

With a career marked by consistent achievement and innovative leadership, Hughes’ promotion to CEO aligns perfectly with ARMA International’s goals on a global scale. The organization is thrilled about the positive changes and progress ahead under his capable guidance.

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“Nathan’s impressive track record of successful leadership, coupled with his ability to forge international partnerships, has been invaluable to our growth. His accomplishments as an executive director have been impressive, and we are confident that his appointment as CEO will further propel ARMA International’s mission and global impact.”

— Margaret Hermesmeyer, Chair of the Board of Directors

“I am incredibly excited to step into this position and continue working alongside the dedicated Board of Directors and talented team at ARMA International. My vision for the organization involves expanding our global partnerships, enhancing our membership benefits, and continuing the important work that encompasses the information management industry. Together, we will shape the future of RIM and IG.”

— Nathan Hughes