Are you an advocate for IBM technology? We have a place for you!
There is nothing quite like being a member of the IBM Champions program (just ask one). Joining this community means connecting with engaged peers who are energized by paying it forward.
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The program offers prestigious recognition and rewards for building connections, influencing IBM technologies, and sharing expertise.
Where do you contribute?
IBM provides year-round acknowledgements through advocacy badges for those who contribute to code, content, and community.
Earn program benefits
Receive VIP treatment, discounts on learning and certification, branded gifts, and much more!
Imagine the impact of our wide network
Numbers matter, but they don’t tell the full story. Contributions from each Champion and advocate create an exponential impact on our product development, community engagement, and global reach.
IBM 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 59 countries around the world. They represent more than 600 companies and work with technologies across the IBM portfolio.
Acts of advocacy
In 2023, IBM Champions’ advocacy included market influence, community and user group expansion, and innovation fueled by their collaboration and creativity.
Rising Champion Advocacy Badges
You don’t have to be an IBM Champion to reap the rewards – or have an impact. Advocates can earn badges and recognition as they contribute – as each act of advocacy expands the power and voice of this community.
Meet the Champions
It’s all about the company you keep, right? Get energized by meeting these amazing advocates and learning about their accomplishments. Click their names to get to know these featured advocates better, and visit the IBM Champions Directory to meet more.
Featured Champions
Senior Software Architect, Software Engineering GmbH
Roy Boxwell
Mainframe Security Specialist, Broadcom
Jose Arias
Operation Lead, Platform Administration, opensplint.io
Rangana Gunathilaka
Student / IT Consultant, Master Computer Science, FernUniversität in Hagen / EMEAan Mainframe Academy
Sabine Diemt
Technical Presales Consultant, TD SYNNEX
Sejid Canoski
Japan IBM Middleware user Community Administration Leader, KPR Corporation
Chikako Inami
Technical Solutions Architect, Arrow
Lynn Cory
Db2 Technical Consultant, Broadcom
Julia Carter
Solution Architect / CTO, Power Maroc
Largou Walid
CEO, PKS Software GmbH
Heidi Schmidt
Manager Consulting, Cancom
Ralf Masa
IBM System Storage & Power Product Manager, Arrow ECS
Justyna Kamionka
Enjoy the benefits
Special invitations, discounts, and perks at IBM conferences and events
Annual package of IBM Champions logo gear and verified digital credentials through the IBM Digital Badge Program
Visibility, recognition, and networking opportunities and promotion of content and assets via IBM’s channels
Exclusive access to online IBM communities and product development teams
What Champions say
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
Join us: Nominations are now open!
Take your place in the IBM Champions program by submitting your application today. Nominations are open through November 2024. The committee will issue badges for all advocacy and name the 2025 IBM Champions in January.