Meet the Champions

It’s all about the company you keep, right? Get energized by meeting these amazing advocates and learning about their accomplishments. Check out their profiles to get to know them better.

Community at the core

One of the best places to get to know Champions and advocates is through the IBM TechXchange Communities. You will find blogs, discussion threads, and upcoming events.

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So many people (IBM Champions and beyond) have encouraged me to keep pushing, learning, and growing. I am VERY excited to be able to pay it forward.”

Madeline Sanchez
Information Security Engineer II
Jack Henry & Associates

Program overview

Contributions from each Champion and advocate create an exponential impact on our product development, community engagement, and global reach.

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Champions

These advocates make other users successful through sharing knowledge as conference speakers, content creators, community and user group leaders, product influencers, and more.

Countries

IBM Champions are global, in 66 countries around the world. They represent more than 800 companies and work with technologies across the IBM portfolio.

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Rising Champion Advocacy Badges

You don’t have to be a Champion to reap the rewards or have an impact. Advocates can earn badges and recognition as they contribute throughout the year.

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Acts of advocacy

In 2024, IBM Champions’ advocacy included market influence, community and user group expansion, and innovation fuelled by their collaboration and creativity.

Meet the Champions

Community at the core

Program overview

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