The Association of International Accountants (AIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tobi Oladipo and Eleni Giannopoulou as lay members of the AIA Council. Their diverse professional backgrounds and specialist expertise will play a vital role in enhancing the Council’s collective strength and reinforcing AIA’s commitment to excellence in corporate governance.
Tobi Oladipo brings to AIA over a decade of frontline leadership in the UK’s National Health Service, where he has been instrumental in designing and delivering award-winning, community-led healthcare initiatives. As Veteran Health Project Lead for a major NHS trust, Tobi has championed inclusivity, built strategic partnerships across sectors, and led impactful programmes recognised on a national level. His appointment to the Council strengthens AIA’s commitment to public value, social responsibility, and stakeholder engagement, all core principles that underpin the Association’s strategy.
Eleni Giannopoulou joins the Council with a wealth of legal expertise gained through her distinguished career in public, commercial, and international law. Based in Athens, she advises major institutions including the Greek Tax Authority and plays a key role in global legal forums such as ICC Hellas. A certified mediator and advocate for regulatory reform, Eleni brings exceptional insight into legal governance and risk management. Her experience will be instrumental in supporting AIA’s oversight functions and reinforcing its position as a forward-thinking, internationally engaged professional body.
Philip Turnbull, AIA Chief Executive, commented: We are delighted to welcome Tobi and Eleni to the AIA Council. Their breadth of experience across healthcare, law, public policy and international governance adds a new dimension to the Council’s work. Their appointment not only reflects our global outlook but also strengthens our ability to serve the public interest and support our members worldwide.
The announcement follows the successful conclusion of the 93rd Annual General Meeting, held on 26 June 2025 at the AIA Head Office. All resolutions of the AGM were passed. The following members were re-elected to Council:
- Linda Richards, Vice President
- Kim Robinson
- Hugh McCormack
- Rebecca Hossain
- Dr Peter Ellington
The AIA Council is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the Association, overseeing its performance, and ensuring high standards of governance. With representation across key global jurisdictions and diverse professional backgrounds, the Council reflects the inclusive values of AIA and its commitment to ethical leadership.
