Interview: Ian Humphreys, Chief Executive, the College of Optometrists

Chris Bennett What is your background, education and working career?

Ian Humphreys I have a business degree and since graduating I have worked largely in membership and communications roles across a range of different sectors. Before joining the College eight years ago, I was head of marketing at the Finance and Leasing Association where I worked for five years. I first joined the College in 2008 as director of marketing and communications where my priority was to build upon the reputation of the College as the professional body for optometrists. When I became deputy chief executive in March 2014, I focused on developing an integrated approach across education, research and other functions within the College to meet the evolving requirements of our members. I took on the role of chief executive from January 1 this year.