Is Jim Yong Kim A-List?
No — Jim Yong Kim is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2012
President of the World Bank
Lost A-list status in 2019
Dropped to B tier — Resigns from World Bank
Ranking Timeline
Co-founded Partners In Health
Kim co-founds Partners In Health, revolutionizing healthcare in impoverished communities.
WHO HIV/AIDS Director
Kim leads WHO's efforts to combat HIV/AIDS on a global scale.
President of the World Bank
Kim becomes President of the World Bank, focusing on ending extreme poverty.
Pushing Ambitious Goals
Kim pushes for ambitious goals in poverty reduction and shared prosperity.
Resigns from World Bank
Kim unexpectedly resigns from his position as World Bank President.
Global Health Advocate
Kim continues to advocate for global health equity. He remains highly respected in the field.
Last updated: February 25, 2026