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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.

Being an IBM Champion gives my passion for technology wings, and lets me reach higher and more distanced places.”
Florian Schwanzara
Head of Business Process and Technology Innovation
Kräuterhaus Sanct Bernhard KG

I actively engage in technical discussions, aiming to empower the business automation community with innovative insights that drive transformation.”
Atanu Roy
Lead Engineer
London Stock Exchange Group

I just love helping others and sharing knowledge. Hidden knowledge helps nobody!”
Roy Boxwell
Senior Software Architect
Software Engineering Gmbh

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.
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.
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.
Acts of advocacy
In 2024, IBM Champions’ advocacy included market influence, community and user group expansion, and innovation fuelled by their collaboration and creativity.
Interested in becoming a Champion?
Start your Champion journey today by applying to for the Rising Champions Advocacy Badge program.