In honor of Women’s History Month, the Open Mainframe Project is proud to present a special episode of Mainframe Voices featuring 2025 first-time IBM Champions. This compelling video showcases these accomplished professionals as they share the influential women and pivotal advice that has shaped their careers in the mainframe ecosystem.
Women Pioneers in Technology
The mainframe industry, like many technology sectors, has been transformed by the contributions of women throughout its history. From early programming pioneers to today’s technical leaders, women have played crucial roles in advancing mainframe technology and building inclusive communities within the field.
Our special Women’s History Month episode explores this legacy through the personal stories of today’s leaders. Each guest reflects on one important question:
– What’s the best piece of advice they’ve received from a woman and how it has impacted their career?
Their answers reveal the power of mentorship, representation, and guidance in building successful careers in technology.
We are delighted to have our guests:
Jessielaine Punongbayan – Product Manager @Dynatrace
Noor Aftab – Sr. Program Manager @AWS
Christine Jenkins – Country Manager, Director of Common Services @21CS
Hannah Templeton – zOS @IRS
Elitsa Popova – Mainframe Consultant @BMC Software
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The Impact of Representation
This episode continues the mission of Mainframe Voices to highlight diverse perspectives within the mainframe community. By featuring the experiences of women champions, we hope to inspire the next generation of mainframe professionals and demonstrate the importance of diverse voices in shaping the future of this critical technology.”Mainframe Voices was created to showcase the human side of mainframe technology,” says Rahat, producer of the Mainframe Connect podcast series. “With this Women’s History Month special, we’re celebrating the relationships and wisdom that has helped these champions succeed in their fields.”
About Mainframe Connect
Mainframe Connect encompasses both the “I am a Mainframer” series and the “Mainframe Voices” series that explore important topics with industry experts. This special Women’s History Month episode continues our tradition of providing insightful, relevant content for the mainframe community.
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