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SUMMARY:CMG Impact 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:CMG Impact is the premier conference for professionals in IT performance\, capacity planning\, AIOps\, observability\, and digital transformation. Join us for expert-led sessions\, hands-on workshops\, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. https://cmgimpact.com/ \nWhy Attend?\n\nEngaging Keynotes & Sessions: Hear from top thought leaders on the latest in IT infrastructure\, emerging technologies\, and best practices.\nHands-on Workshops: Deep dive into performance engineering\, cloud optimization\, and AI-driven monitoring.\nNetworking & Collaboration: Connect with peers\, vendors\, and experts to exchange insights and solutions.\nIndustry Trends & Innovations: Stay ahead with discussions on AIOps\, mainframe modernization\, cloud cost optimization\, and more.\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nIT Performance Engineers\nCapacity Planners\nObservability Experts\nEnterprise Architects\nDevOps & Site Reliability Engineers (SREs)\nTechnology Leaders & Innovators\n\nSponsorship & Speaking Opportunities\nInterested in showcasing your solutions or sharing your expertise? Contact us for sponsorship details and speaking opportunities. \nStay Updated\nFollow us for updates and announcements: www.cmgimpact.com
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/cmg-impact-2025-conference/
LOCATION:MathWorks\, 1 Apple Hill Drive\, Natick\, MA\, 01760-2098\, United States
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SUMMARY:CMG TORONTO Regional Event: AI & Mainframe – Exploring the Future of Enterprise Computing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for CMG’s AI & Mainframe Regional Event in Toronto\, Ontario\, an exclusive\, in-person gathering bringing together industry experts\, technology leaders\, and practitioners to explore the intersection of Mainframe and Artificial Intelligence. Hosted at IBM Markham\, this one-day event will feature insightful presentations\, real-world case studies\, and interactive discussions on how AI is transforming mainframe operations\, security\, and application development. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts and peers at the forefront of Mainframe & AI innovation. \n \n  \n  \nhttps://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hshszcp/lp/9814e4e4-e7c6-426b-b75d-3df67576a3f5 \n🧭WHERE \nIBM Canada Software Lab\n8200 Warden Ave.\, Markham\, ON L6G 1C7\nView on map \n🕰 DATE AND TIME \nAPR 23\, 2025 08:30am ET – Apr 23\, 2025 05:00pm ET \nAdd to Google · Outlook Web · Outlook Mobile · Yahoo · iCal \n🕰 SPONSORS \n \n  \n  \n  \n🎤SESSIONS \nAre you worried about Skynet? I’m not worried about Skynet (even though an AI program wrote this abstract)! This presentation will provide a framework for thinking about AI\, clarifying its capabilities and limitations. By understanding that current AI primarily functions through sophisticated pattern matching and detection\, we can better discern which tasks and challenges AI can effectively address and\, crucially\, which it cannot. This framework will demystify AI’s impressive feats\, revealing them as complex pattern recognition rather than genuine understanding or consciousness\, and ultimately dispel fears of a technological singularity. Presented by Larry​​​​ Strickland\, DATAKINETICS \nAI-assisted risk\, resilience & performance management for mainframe with IBM Concert With a newly launched integration\, Concert + Z aims to help hybrid SecOps teams understand application performance degradations to assess risk\, manage enterprise compliance holistically\, and accelerate change-related troubleshooting to be more resilient. This session will be beneficial to mainframe executives\, application owners or anyone in SRE\, compliance\, performance\, and/or Z architect roles. There will be a product demonstration\, and we’ll openly ideate new integration opportunities for driving value across infrastructure/application teams. Presented by Andrew Bowker\, IBM \nOptimizing Application Performance with AI: A MAT-Driven Approach Traditional performance tuning struggles with dynamic workloads. AI transforms this process by enabling automated\, intelligent optimization.\nThis session explores how Broadcom’s Mainframe Application Tuner (MAT) leverages AI to:\n – Detect inefficiencies and optimize resources\n – Identify performance bottlenecks in real-time\n – Provide actionable insights for faster issue resolution\nReal-world case studies will show successful AI-driven optimizations. Attendees will learn practical strategies to enhance application efficiency and adaptability. Presented by Gashaw Tsegaye Shawo\, Broadcom \nFuture Proofing Mainframe Applications Explore how Bank of Montreal (BMO) is driving enterprise-wide innovation through its strategic adoption of IBM’s watsonx platform. In this session\, Amelia Aroda (BMO) and Jay Manickam (IBM) will share insights into the start of BMO’s AI journey on the mainframe. Learn how this partnership will strengthening mainframe capabilities\, improving skills and knowledge transfer for talent\, and setting the foundation for the future of AI in financial services. Presented by Amelia Aroda\, BMO\, and Jay Manickam\, IBM \nGenerative AI for Mainframe Code Assistants Presented by Milandeep Shergill\, IBM \nProactive Reliability: The Role of Machine Learning in Observability The SRE role is increasingly expanding into the mainframe environment to gain a comprehensive view of application flows and performance. As a result\, observability tools have become essential for mainframe operations. The next phase of this evolution is the integration of machine learning with observability\, bridging the gap between enterprise and mainframe monitoring. This session will explore this trend and discuss available tools\, from Broadcom’s mainframe-specific WatchTower Platform to enterprise solutions like Splunk\, DataDog\, and more. Presented by Michael Kiehl
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/cmg-regional-event-ai-mainframe-exploring-the-future-of-enterprise-computing/
LOCATION:IBM Corporation\, 8200 Warden Ave\, Markham\, Ontario\, L6G 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Broadcom,Conference,Region
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SUMMARY:The Countdown Is On… Register Now for IBM Z Day: Special Edition 🚀
DESCRIPTION:⏰ The countdown is on… for something SO BIG it only happens every 3 years🔥🔥🔥! Don’t miss our IBM Z Day: Special Edition(SE) 1-day virtual mega-event on April 8th and be one of the first to see the future of mainframes up close. Catch 150+ speakers | 3 tech tracks | hands-on demos. Go deeper with technical sessions designed for all levels to advance your expertise. Skill up\, badge up & join thousands of participants from 165+ countries.  \n        🚀 🚀 Register now >> ibm.biz/ibmzday2025-se   \nUnveiling the Future of Mainframe Technologies:\n✨ Experience the future of mainframes and get an exclusive look at the newest innovations from IBM Z. \n✨ Connect with the experts behind these technologies & explore what’s possible with next generation capabilities. \nElevate your career and badge up!\n🎓 Earn up to 4 new industry-recognized IBM digital skills badges: \n\nAI & Data\nSecurity \nIBM Z Foundations Level 1 \nIBM Z Foundations Level 2 (Intermediate)\n\n                      \nExplore 3 content-rich technical learning tracks:\n▶  IBM zNext – Experience cutting-edge enterprise computing with IBM zNext\, featuring up to 8x AI processors per core for unmatched scale\, performance\, and security. Discover innovations behind the systems powering 70% of global transactions. \n▶  AI & Data – Unlock the potential of AI+ with IBM Z. Drive growth while securing data\, scaling AI with minimal performance impact. Harness mainframe data for predictive modeling and AI-driven insights across industries. \n▶  App Dev & IT Ops – Maximize productivity with AI-driven tools that streamline operations\, boost developer efficiency\, and enhance code quality. Learn how clients save 80% of developer time with accelerated incident resolution. \nThe clock is ticking and momentum is building – Don’t miss IBM Z Day: Special Edition! \n        \n       ⚡⚡ Register today >>> ibm.biz/ibmzday2025-se   \nCan’t wait to see you there! \nIBM Z Day SE Program Team
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/the-countdown-is-on-register-now-for-ibm-z-day-special-edition-%f0%9f%9a%80/
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SUMMARY:CMG Be Curious Series: A Conversation with Anoush Najarian
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special CMG Be Curious Series session featuring Anoush Najarian\, a dynamic leader in performance engineering and a passionate advocate for innovation in tech. In this engaging interview\, Anoush will share insights from her career\, discuss the evolving landscape of performance and reliability\, and offer practical advice for engineers and IT professionals navigating today’s challenges. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4USQaGKFRGu6Xj2gypd_Cw \nKnown for her expertise in large-scale system performance and her ability to break down complex concepts\, Anoush brings a unique perspective on topics like observability\, AI-driven automation\, and building resilient systems. With our moderator\, Rich Byrnes\, this conversation will go beyond the technical\, touching on leadership\, career growth\, and what it takes to stay ahead in an ever-changing industry. \nWhether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out\, this session will leave you with fresh insights and inspiration. Come curious\, leave inspired. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, March 27\, 2025⏰ Time: 10 AM ET📍 Location: Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4USQaGKFRGu6Xj2gypd_Cw \nRegister now to be part of the conversation! \n  \nAbout Anoush Najarian \nAnoush Najarian is a Software Engineering Manager at MathWorks where she leads a team focusing on performance engineering\, and helps nurture grassroots DEI (diversity\, equity inclusion) and Ethical AI efforts. Anoush’s team pioneered the AI-assisted coding work at MathWorks. Passionate about making the tech community welcoming to everyone\, Anoush co-led and co-coached teams of hundreds of speakers and power TAs (teaching assistants)\, most of whom are women\, to build highly technical (and fun!) workshops that have since been presented to thousands of participants around the world.\nAnoush holds a Red Diploma from Yerevan State University in Applied Math/Computer Science. Anoush was awarded a fellowship for a non-degree graduate program in Economics by the US Department of State. Anoush holds two Master’s of Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: in Math and in Computer Science.\nAnoush served on the organizing committees of conferences focusing on computer science\, performance engineering\, and machine learning/AI research. Anoush is the Board Director and Past Chair of the Board of Directors of CMG (Computer Measurement Group) https://www.cmg.org/\, a professional organization of performance engineers. Anoush has been serving on the conference committees of ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering (ICPE) https://icpe2025.spec.org/\, reviewer for the workshop “Algorithmic Fairness through the Lens of Metrics and Evaluation” (AFME) https://www.afciworkshop.org/\, and committee member for IEEE 7009.1 Standard for Safety Management of Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Systems–Interventions in the Event of Anomalous Behavior https://standards.ieee.org/ieee/7009.1/11850/ Anoush served as the AI and Data Science Co-Chair of GHC (Grace Hopper Celebration) https://ghc.anitab.org/\, the inaugural Virtual Co-Chair of ICML (International Conference on Machine Learning) https://icml.cc/\, and Meetup Co-Chair of NeurIPS https://neurips.cc/. Anoush is the Senior Organizer of the WiML (Women in Machine Learning) Mentorship Program https://sites.google.com/view/wimlmentorship202425/ Anoush is on the 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics list; for more about Anoush’s background and involvement in Ethical AI\, see: https://medium.com/women-in-ai-ethics/iamthefutureofai-anoush-najarian-49b13029dbca \n 
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/cmg-be-curious-series-a-conversation-with-anoush-najarian/
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SUMMARY:Speak at CMG Impact 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:CMG Impact is seeking dynamic speakers to share their expertise at our 2025 conference! As the premier event for IT performance\, capacity planning\, AIOps\, observability\, and digital transformation\, CMG Impact brings together industry leaders\, practitioners\, and innovators to discuss the latest trends and best practices. https://cmgimpact.com/speak/ \nWhy Speak at CMG Impact?\n✅ Showcase Your Expertise – Position yourself as a thought leader in IT performance and emerging technologies.✅ Engage with Industry Leaders – Connect with peers\, experts\, and organizations shaping the future of IT.✅ Inspire & Educate – Share your insights through interactive sessions\, case studies\, and technical workshops.✅ Expand Your Network – Gain visibility among top professionals in enterprise IT\, cloud\, and digital transformation. \nTopics of Interest\nWe are looking for presentations that cover a wide range of topics\, including but not limited to: \n\nPerformance & Capacity Planning – Strategies for optimizing IT infrastructure\, resource management\, and forecasting.\nAIOps & Observability – Leveraging AI-driven analytics for system monitoring and incident response.\nMainframe Modernization – Best practices for integrating legacy systems with modern architectures.\nCloud & Hybrid IT – Cloud cost optimization\, scalability strategies\, and performance monitoring.\nDevOps & Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) – Automation\, CI/CD\, and operational efficiency improvements.\nDigital Transformation & Emerging Tech – The impact of AI\, edge computing\, and quantum technologies on IT operations.\n\nWho Should Apply?\nWe welcome proposals from:🎤 IT Performance Engineers🎤 Capacity Planners🎤 Observability Experts🎤 Enterprise Architects🎤 DevOps & Site Reliability Engineers (SREs)🎤 Technology Leaders & Innovators \nHow to Submit Your Proposal\n🔹 Step 1: Prepare a session title\, abstract\, key takeaways\, and speaker bio.🔹 Step 2: Submit your proposal by March 21 to https://cmgimpact.com/speak/🔹 Step 3: Our team will review submissions and notify selected speakers by April 21. \nSponsorship & Speaking Opportunities\nInterested in both speaking and showcasing your organization? We offer sponsorship packages that provide additional exposure and engagement opportunities. Contact us for more details.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/cmg-impact-2025-conference-2/
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SUMMARY:Responsible and Ethical AI: Evolving Landscape of Standards \, Frameworks and Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:We will explore the Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) concept while emphasizing the need for AI systems\, the importance of human well-being\, transparency\, accountability\, governance\, privacy\, security\, human values\, and agency. We will examine real-world examples as well as case studies and discuss the consequences of irresponsible AI development and the benefits of prioritizing ethics in AI design. \n \nAbout the Speaker \nAmir Bahmanyari is an Advisory Engineer in the Dell Technologies’ Data Science Platform team. Amir joined Dell Technologies Big Data Analytics team in late 2017. He helps Dell technologies’ customers build their Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence solutions. Amir has been active in Artificial and Evolutionary Intelligence work since late 1980’s when he was a Ph.D. candidate student at Wayne State University\, Detroit\, MI. Prior to Dell\, Amir worked for a major automotive company\, a major financial company\, several startups in the Silicon Valley and as a Big Data Analytics Platform Architect at a major retailer.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/responsible-and-ethical-ai-evolving-landscape-of-standards-frameworks-and-guidelines/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:IBM Z Day
DESCRIPTION:IBM Z Day\n1 October 2024   |   8AM – 4PM ET   |   Agenda Coming Soon! \nIBM Z Day 2024\, our largest tech event of the year is on October 1st from 8 AM ET\, with the IBM Z Skills track starting at 1 AM ET – providing live sessions across the globe. \n\n\n\n\nIBM Z Day’s signature experience will showcase how you can unleash the scale of AI with the power of IBM Z\, providing you with deep technical content\, demos\, the latest industry trends\, use cases\, best practices and networking opportunities all at no cost. \nLast year\, IBM Z Day broke IBM records for a one-day virtual community event with over 26\,000 unique live views spanning 135 countries. Gain insights from thought leaders while you immerse yourself in sessions with 250+ speakers across 6 technical\, content-rich tracks such as IBM Z\, AI & Data\, App Modernization\, Security\, IBM Z Skills Acceleration\, and Academic Symposium plus the opportunity to earn up to 3 IBM Z Day knowledge certificates! \n\nGET THE INFORMATION
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/ibm-z-day/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Fake News: easier to detect with sentiment analysis
DESCRIPTION:In his talk on “Fake News: easier to detect with sentiment analysis\,” Sanjaikanth E. Vadakkethil Somanathan Pillai addresses a critical issue exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. With over 7 million lives lost globally by May 2024\, many have turned to the Internet and social media for information\, often encountering false and misleading content. Sanjaikanth presents a cutting-edge system that leverages ensemble learning methods—such as bagging\, boosting\, stacking\, and voting—alongside recurrent neural networks (RNN) to identify fake news. \nHe delves into how integrating sentiment and emotional analyses enhances the accuracy of these detection systems. By examining the emotional tone and sentiment behind the information\, the system can more effectively distinguish between genuine and false content. Sanjaikanth shares compelling results from his research\, demonstrating that the inclusion of sentiment and emotional analyses significantly boosts the system’s ability to detect misinformation. This innovative approach not only advances fake news detection but also underscores the importance of combining technical methods with human-like understanding to combat the spread of false information online. \n \n  \n  \n\nSpeaker Profile :\n\nSanjaikanth E. Vadakkethil Somanathan Pillai\, has over 19 years of rich experience in research and technology. He is currently a Staff Site Reliability Engineer at Visa Inc. in Austin\, Texas. Sanjaikanth’s academic journey includes an MS in Software Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin\, USA\, and ongoing PhD studies in Computer Science at the University of North Dakota\, USA. \nHis research interests are diverse and impactful\, covering areas such as mobile networks\, network security\, privacy\, location-based services\, and misinformation detection. Sanjaikanth has significantly contributed to these fields through his authorship of five influential books: “Machine Learning\, IoT\, and Artificial Intelligence: Applications and Challenges\,” “ChatGPT: Transforming Industries Through AI-Powered Innovation\,” “Beyond ChatGPT: Pioneering Trends and Technologies in Conversational AI\,” “Intelligent Connections: Challenges and Applications at the Intersection of AI\, IoT\, and Machine Learning\,” and “Routing Optimization for Wireless Sensor Networks: A Procedure for Energy Efficient Routing.” These publications reflect his collaboration with leading academics and his commitment to advancing technology. \nIn academia\, Sanjaikanth has shown exceptional leadership as a Technical Program Committee Member for numerous IEEE conferences and an Editorial Review Board Member for prestigious international journals. His expertise is frequently sought after at international conferences\, where he has served as a keynote speaker and session chair. \nFurthermore\, Sanjaikanth contributes to the tech community as a Hackathon Judge in various industry and university-level competitions\, offering expert insights and evaluations. His professional affiliations include being a full member of Sigma Xi and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). He has an impressive publication record with over 40 works in leading journals and conferences\, including prominent IEEE publications. \nSanjaikanth E. Vadakkethil Somanathan Pillai’s extensive experience\, prolific research contributions\, and active participation in the tech community establish him as a distinguished figure in the field of technology and research.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/fake-news-easier-to-detect-with-sentiment-analysis/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Dell
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SUMMARY:Software for Humanity 2024
DESCRIPTION:Software for Humanity is a thought-provoking and immersive event that brings together software engineers\, developers\, technologists\, and industry leaders to explore the intersection of technology\, humanity\, and sustainability. This event aims to foster knowledge sharing\, collaboration\, and awareness of critical topics such as open-source APIs\, performance engineering\, sustainable IT practices\, and diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) in the tech industry. \nThis year’s theme\, “There’s IT in ‘humanity’ but is there humanity in IT?”\, promises a thought-provoking and immersive experience that unites software engineers\, developers\, and technologists. We aim to explore the intersection of technology\, humanity\, and sustainability\, serving as a supportive community for tech leaders\, practitioners\, and enthusiasts by sharing knowledge about the newest trends and technologies in IT. Our event will be recorded but not live streamed. \nRegister \nAugust 14\, 2024   |  12:30 PM ET – 4:30 PM ET \n🥪LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED 🍽️\nMathWorks  1 Apple Hill Drive  Natick\, MA 01760-2098 \nNetworking and Interactive Activities: From 12:39 PM to 1:00 PM and throughout the event\, participants will have opportunities to network with like-minded professionals\, exchange ideas\, and collaborate on potential projects. Interactive activities\, such as panel discussions\, Q&A sessions\, and hands-on workshops\, will encourage active engagement and knowledge sharing. \nFeatured Sessions \n\n12:30 PM Lunch\n12:55 PM INTRODUCTION\n1:00 PM Session 1: Dorothea Bozicolona-Volpe – “DEIB: How Organizations Create Belonging to Attract & Retain Top Talent”\n1:30 PM BREAK\n1:35 PM Session 2:Thomas Halinski (Broadcom) – “DEI\, Open Source Software\, APIs\, and Databases”\n2:05 PM BREAK\n2:10 PM Session 3:Jayavidhi Kumar (Mathworks) – “Unveiling the Many Facets of Accessibility: Actions that Make a Difference”\n2:40 PM EXTENDED BREAK\n2:55 PM Session 4: Elisabeth Stahl (IBM) – “Choosing a “Good” AI Use Case”\n3:25 PM BREAK\n3:30 PM Session 5: Dave McAllister – “The Subtle Art of Misleading with Statistics”\n4:00 PM BREAK\n4:05 PM Session: 6: Nicole Nwakalor (Broadcom) – “The Power of Diverse Teams: Beyond Diversity to Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging”\n4:35 PM Concluding Remarks\n\nJoin us at Software for Humanity and be part of the movement to shape a sustainable\, inclusive\, and innovative future for the software industry!\n \n  \n \nDEIB: How Organizations Create Belonging to Attract & Retain Top Talent\n1:00 PM \nIt has never been more essential to build a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Build an inclusive culture and improve team engagement. \nCreate an environment where your employees feel seen and heard with impactful programs. Develop a culture of inclusivity with learning and development that works to attract and retain loyal employees! \nDorothéa Bozicolona-Volpe\, Principal and Founder\, Social Espionage \nDorothéa Bozicolona-Volpe is a strategic digital marketing executive\, who is fluent in four languages and specializes in developing business through digital\, influencer and social media marketing for the world’s most memorable brands. Bozicolona-Volpe teaches marketers and business leaders how to increase value and develop strong relationships between brands and fans. The four business areas she focuses on are ecommerce\, employer and personal branding\, enterprise social networking\, and marketing strategies. She has appeared as a social media strategy expert on CBS and CNN. She is an avid skateboarder who tweets to relax; she can be found on Twitter and Instagram @socialespionage. \n\nDEI\, Open Source Software\, APIs\, and Databases\n1:35 PM \nPeople of vastly different backgrounds\, nationalities\, orientations\, and identities create open-source software\, hardware\, and standards. This is an excellent example of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI). Studies reveal that diversity in participation produces better outcomes and more robust technologies. \nThe use of Open Source software and APIs helps users and administrators of databases gain significant value in analyzing the functionality and performance of their specific database products. This is also an excellent avenue to help modernize the Mainframe. \nThe establishment of a connection to a database via a REST API (with optional Open Source ZOWE features) and combining it with an Open Source time-series database coupled with a dashboard visualization package\, create an “Embrace Open”. This Embrace Open enables users to view system and/or performance data\, enables users to implement and automate warnings and recommendations to avoid system risks\, and provides flexibility to leverage modern\, user-friendly tooling to improve the user experience. \nIn this presentation\, we’ll take a look at implementation techniques to satisfy a performance monitoring use case\, using open-source tools to visualize performance metrics produced by an API. Our example will be based on the Zowe API for an IDMS database\, but these techniques are general and can be applied to any database product (e.g. Db2/IMS/Datacom) that reveals performance metrics through a REST API. \nTom Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant at Broadcom \nThomas Halinski has been a Mainframe Value Manager\, a Technical Services Consultant and an Assistant Project Manager for Broadcom\, Inc. for the past several years. He supports the Sales Team for the Mainframe Software Division’s primary solutions and plays a key role in promoting and deploying open source tools for the modernization of the mainframe arena. For the prior 40+ years\, he has been a Business Application Consultant for various industries performing Enterprise Application Design\, program design\, development\, andcoding. He specializes in MVS performance tuning\, with an emphasis in Db2. He has written several papers\, has presented them internationally and has published in the IDUG Solutions Journal. He has held the Subject Area Chair – z/Series position for the Computer Management Group’s (CMG) National Conference for 7 years and was also an Assistant Project Manager for SHARE – EWCP for 5 years. \n\nUnveiling the Many Facets of Accessibility: Actions that Make a Difference\n2:10 PM \nIn a world where digital interaction is essential\, many users still face significant barriers due to inaccessible content. At MathWorks\, we view digital accessibility not just as a requirement but as a commitment to inclusivity and innovation. \nJoin us for a talk on “Unveiling the Many Facets of Accessibility: Actions that Make a Difference” as we delve into the diverse aspects of accessibility and their real-world impact. Engage in interactive activities designed to highlight the everyday challenges faced by users with diverse abilities. \nWalk away with actionable strategies to seamlessly integrate accessibility into your daily workflows and ensure your digital content and interactions are more inclusive and impactful for all users. \nParticipants would benefit by having: Laptop and MathWorks account to access MATLAB Online \nJayavidhi Kumar\, Web Accessibility Engineer\, MathWorks \nJayavidhi Kumar (She/Her) is a Web Accessibility Engineer at MathWorks\, specializing in human-centered computing and accessibility. She holds a Master’s in Computer Science from the University of Florida and has over three years of experience as a software engineer and frontend developer\, including a tenure at Wells Fargo. \nJayavidhi is skilled in HTML\, CSS\, JavaScript\, React\, Java\, Python\, and Node.js. She focuses on creating inclusive and accessible web applications. At Wells Fargo\, she led projects enhancing digital banking services and improving accessibility compliance. \nOutside of work\, Jayavidhi enjoys photography and exploring the outdoors. She is eager to connect with others about opportunities in software development and accessibility. \n\nChoosing a “Good” AI Use Case\n2:55 PM \nWhat is a “good” AI use case? Will it have value for your organization as well as for the world? In this session discover how organizations are using AI to achieve “success” and discuss a proven methodology for choosing your own best AI use case. \nElisabeth Stahl\, Board Member\, IBM Systems and Technology Group \nElisabeth Stahl is a Distinguished Engineer in the IBM Systems Worldwide Client Centers and has been working in IT Infrastructure for over 30 years. Her current focus is on Blockchain\, Hybrid Cloud\, Security\, and Cognitive technologies. She is a member of the IBM Academy of Technology Leadership Team\, IEEE Senior Member\, and is on the Board of Directors of Computer Measurement Group and The Music Settlement. Elisabeth holds a BA in Mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from New York University. \n  \n \nThe Subtle Art of Misleading with Statistics\n3:30 PM \n“Lies\, damned lies and statistics.” While true\, only statistics allow easily allows you to lie to yourself.. \nLet’s explore how statistics can sometimes trick us into believing something that’s not true. This isn’t always done intentionally; we mislead ourselves without realizing it. We’ll look at how focusing solely on recent events\, choosing specific data to look at\, and making assumptions about the size of a group can lead us to the wrong conclusions. We’ll show examples of how graphs and numbers can be used in misleading ways. The presentation aims to teach you how to look at statistics more critically\, understand their limits\, and avoid fooling yourself with numbers. \nDave McAllister\, Sr OSS Technologist\, NGINX \nCurrently providing technical OSS insights for NGINX\, Dave talks about the advantages of microservices and orchestration in solving distributed systems challenges\, especially with open source. Dave has been a champion for open systems and open source from the early days of Linux to today’s world of clouds and containers. He often speaks on topics associated with emerging software architectures and practices\, observability\, and how open-source innovations power today’s world. \n \nThe Power of Diverse Teams: Beyond Diversity to Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging\n4:05 PM \nIn today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, the importance of diverse teams cannot be overstated. However\, the true power of diversity is unlocked only when organizations move beyond mere representation to foster environments of equity\, inclusion\, and belonging (EIB). This presentation will challenge individuals and industry leaders to not solely focus on employing diverse teams but to ensure that these individuals thrive through equitable practices\, inclusive cultures\, and a genuine sense of belonging. \nNicole Nwakalor\, Client Services Consultant\, Mainframe Software Division\, Broadcom \nNicole Nwakalor is a technology professional with expertise in mainframe database systems and data management. Transitioning from a background in civil engineering to mainframe technology\, Nicole has held diverse roles in fintech\, consulting\, engineering\, and non-profit sectors. She also holds an MBA in Information Systems. Nicole has demonstrated leadership in managing mainframe database systems\, supporting cross-functional projects\, and fostering knowledge sharing within organizations. \nIn 2021\, Nicole was honored as a Rising Star by IBMz TechChannel. She is deeply committed to promoting diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and belonging and served on the boards of two Employee Resource Groups at Charles Schwab. Nicole actively promoted collaboration\, talent recognition\, and community engagement in these roles. She’s passionate about mentoring and inspiring the next generation\, evident in her participation in industry panel discussions and dedication to cultivating excellence in all her endeavors. Her journey highlights the importance of nurturing diverse talent to ensure the continued vitality of the technology sector. \n 
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/software-for-humanity-2/
LOCATION:MathWorks\, 1 Apple Hill Drive\, Natick\, MA\, 01760-2098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Broadcom
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SUMMARY:From Code to Conscience: Crafting the Future of AI Governance
DESCRIPTION:As artificial intelligence technologies evolve rapidly\, AI Governance has become a pivotal field\, addressing ethical frameworks\, regulatory approaches\, and corporate accountability. This presentation explores these three critical areas. \nFirstly\, the discussion on ethical frameworks will cover how AI can be developed and deployed responsibly\, adhering to human values and ethics. This includes navigating the moral implications of AI and ensuring that corporate brands and images are protected. \nSecondly\, we will examine in short the various regulatory strategies from around the world\, such as the European Union’s AI Act\, the United States’ AI initiatives\, and China’s approach to AI development. The focus will be on balancing innovation with regulatory control\, and what these differing approaches signify for global AI standards. \nLastly\, how companies are designing for AI corporate accountability – focusing on transparency\, data privacy\, and user consent in AI deployment. We will discuss how companies can integrate ethical considerations into their AI strategies\, ensuring accountability and adherence to both ethical norms and regulatory requirements. \nThis talk will encourage a proactive and informed approach in shaping the governance of AI\, fostering a future where AI is used at corporate scale responsibly and ethically. \n \nPresenter: \nPrashant Kelker\, Chief Strategy Officer & Lead Americas Consulting\, ISG (Information Services Group Inc) \nISG – the world’s largest sourcing advisory. NASDAQ listed (III) – influences more than 200bn$ of technology spend annually. Prashant is Chief Strategy Officer and leads technology strategy and sourcing at ISG across the Americas.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/from-code-to-conscience-crafting-the-future-of-ai-governance/
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SUMMARY:Quantum Strategies for Advanced Computing Realms within Governance Frameworks
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a groundbreaking exploration at the intersection of quantum strategies and advanced computing within robust governance frameworks. Join Mr. Stephen Adetutu Oniya\, a distinguished technology expert with over 20 years of experience\, as he unveils the transformative potential of quantum computing in shaping the future of technological governance. This session delves into the intricacies of leveraging quantum strategies to navigate complexities in diverse sectors\, from government institutions to critical infrastructures. Discover how advanced computing within well-defined governance frameworks can not only revolutionize decision-making processes but also enhance security\, efficiency\, and innovation. Uncover real-world applications and case studies that showcase the synergy between quantum strategies and governance\, paving the way for a new era in technological evolution. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into the quantum strategies reshaping advanced computing realms within the structured frameworks of governance.\n\nRegister Here\n\nBio:\nMr. Stephen Adetutu Oniya is a trailblazing computer scientist\, an artificial intelligence scientist\, and seasoned technology expert with a remarkable 20-year track record in delivering cutting-edge enterprise and mid-market technology solutions. A distinguished professional member of the Association for Computing Machinery (USA) and a Chartered Information Technology Professional\, Mr. Oniya is also a revered member of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria.\nWith dual degrees in Pharmacy and Computer Science; he is an alumni of the University of Lagos\, Mr. Oniya’s\, a senior data scientist\, whose journey in technology has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation. As an esteemed member of the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society and the Computer Measurement Group (USA)\, he remains at the forefront of pioneering technological advancements.\nCurrently leading a dynamic team of global technology professionals\, Mr. Oniya is passionately committed to shaping the future through technology. His results-focused approach\, coupled with robust business development and organizational skills\, has driven successful technology implementations across diverse sectors\, including banking\, healthcare\, and government.\nA true advocate for transformative innovation\, Mr. Oniya’s favorite quote\, “I can be at the center of the universe and live in one small corner of planet earth\,” encapsulates his dedication to making a profound impact within his sphere of influence.\nBeyond his professional endeavors\, Mr. Stephen Adetutu Oniya is a devoted family man\, a Christ-like father\, and a staunch supporter of the foundational values of Africa.\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/quantum-strategies-for-advanced-computing-realms-within-governance-frameworks/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:IMPACT24
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URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/impact24/
LOCATION:Atlanta Tech Village\, 3423 Piedmont Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference
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SUMMARY:DELL North America Virtual Forum - November 9
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the North America Virtual Forum\, kicking off from AT&T Stadium in Dallas at 10 a.m. CT on November 9th \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 9th\, 2023 | VIRTUAL \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDell Technologies Forum is the premier tech conference for technology enthusiasts and business leaders looking to drive innovation and growth! Join us for an immersive experience that brings it all together – emerging trends\, cutting-edge technologies\, dynamic speakers\, and concrete ways people like you are transforming organizations. Dive into fun and technical sessions with the experts to answer big questions and power your transformation in the era of Gen AI. \n*Customers who register with their business email address and attend will be sent a $20 Uber Eats gift card following the virtual forum\, except for K-12 customers. K-12 customers are ineligible to receive the gift card. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/dell-north-america-virtual-forum-november-9/
CATEGORIES:Dell
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SUMMARY:Generative AI for Performance
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URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/generative-ai-for-performance/
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SUMMARY:Revolutionizing EDI - B2B Integration using Emerging Technologies : APIs and Cloud Computing
DESCRIPTION:“Revolutionizing EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) – B2B Integration using Emerging Technologies: APIs and Cloud Computing” delves into the transformative possibilities that arise from utilizing APIs and Cloud Computing in EDI B2B integration. Traditional EDI B2B integration approaches frequently encounter challenges such as complexity\, inflexibility\, and high costs. APIs play a crucial role in enabling secure and standardized communication between systems. They facilitate real-time data exchange and process automation. Cloud computing offers a scalable and flexible infrastructure that allows for hosting and managing EDI B2B integration solutions. By adopting APIs and Cloud Computing\, businesses can achieve increased operational efficiency\, improved collaboration with trading partners\, and an accelerated time-to-market for new products and services. This session offers practical examples and industry cases to demonstrate the advantages and consequences of integrating these emerging technologies into EDI B2B integration. It provides valuable insights for organizations aiming to transform their EDI B2B integration practices. \n \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the Speaker \nHitesh Baraiya is a highly experienced Lead Solutions Architect at SEEBURGER Inc.\, heading project delivery for cloud migration\, digital transformation\, iPaaS (Integration Platform as a service)\, and EDI/B2B/API legacy modernization projects with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. For over 16 years\, Hitesh has helped complex multi-national organizations across the globe to overcome their business integration challenges by designing and implementing business process solutions and integration platforms. With excellent customer relationship management skills and experience in managing stakeholders at all levels of business\, Hitesh has helped businesses achieve their business objectives through technology-driven solution offerings that drive sustainable results.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/revolutionizing-b2b-integration-using-emerging-technologies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Performance Engineering in the Age of Cloud: Unlocking Scalability and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:August 31\, 2023 | 2:00 PM ET \nSee the Session Now \nIn today’s digital landscape\, performance engineering plays a critical role in ensuring optimal system performance\, scalability\, and resilience. The rise of cloud computing has revolutionized the way we approach performance engineering\, offering unique opportunities to unlock scalability and resilience in our systems. \nCloud computing provides significant advantages for performance engineering. Scalability\, a key factor in accommodating growing workloads\, is made possible through cloud platform’s on-demand infrastructure. Auto-scaling and load balancing mechanisms enable dynamic resource allocation\, ensuring the system can handle varying levels of demand. The cloud’s distributed architecture facilitates the scalability of applications\, allowing them to scale horizontally or vertically based on requirements. \nResilience\, the ability of a system to withstand and recover from failures\, is another critical aspect of performance engineering. Achieving resilience in distributed systems can be challenging\, but the cloud offers tools and features to enhance system robustness. Fault tolerance mechanisms\, redundancy\, and replication strategies can be leveraged to improve system resilience. Additionally\, cloud-native disaster recovery and backup strategies ensure business continuity in the face of unexpected events. \nThe performance engineering process in the age of cloud involves several key steps. It starts with identifying performance goals and metrics\, followed by designing performance tests and scenarios. Performance tests are executed in the cloud environment\, leveraging on-demand infrastructure and realistic load simulations. Results are then analyzed\, and system performance is optimized through iterative cycles. \nCloud-based performance testing tools further streamline the process\, offering features like real-time monitoring and analytics. Best practices for performance engineering in the cloud include emphasizing performance requirements early in the development lifecycle\, implementing continuous testing and monitoring\, and utilizing cloud-native optimization techniques. \nCase Studies : Amazon\,Uber\, Spotify \nBy embracing performance engineering in the age of cloud\, organizations can unlock scalability and resilience\, ensuring their systems can handle the demands of the modern digital landscape while providing a seamless user experience and maintaining business continuity. \n  \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \nSanthosh Gopal is an accomplished IT Performance Engineering Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience in designing and implementing innovative IT solutions. He possesses a strong technical background combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Santhosh has a proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects that align with business goals and drive digital transformation with Major Banking (JP Morgan Chase\, BankofAmerica\, Wells Fargo) and Healthcare (CVS Health) Clients. \nSanthosh Gopal\, Designed and implemented enterprise-level solutions\, including cloud-based architectures\, data integration frameworks\, and application integration strategies. Conducted feasibility studies and technology evaluations to recommend the most suitable solutions for client requirements. Worked closely with clients to understand their business needs and align technical solutions with their strategic objectives.\nSanthosh Gopal has Led a team of performance solutions architects in designing and implementing scalable and efficient IT solutions for clients across various industries. Conducted thorough analysis of business requirements and translated them into technical architecture and design documents.Collaborated with cross-functional teams\, including developers\, project managers\, and business stakeholders\, to ensure successful solution delivery.Provided technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle\, ensuring adherence to architectural best practices. \nCurrently working as a Sr.Advisor Performance Engineering Architect with CVS Health. \nDegree: Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication from Bangalore University\, Application Designer Certification from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) \n 
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/performance-engineering-in-the-age-of-cloud-unlocking-scalability-and-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:What are you doing to modernize your customers on the mainframe? They’re asking\, and we’re answering!
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SUMMARY:Software for Humanity
DESCRIPTION:Software for Humanity is a thought-provoking and immersive event that brings together software engineers\, developers\, technologists\, and industry leaders to explore the intersection of technology\, humanity\, and sustainability. This event aims to foster knowledge sharing\, collaboration\, and awareness of critical topics such as open-source APIs\, performance engineering\, sustainable IT practices\, and diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) in the tech industry.\nJuly 27\, 2023  |  1:00 PM ET – 4:00 PM ET 🥪LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED 🍽️\nMathWorks  1 Apple Hill Drive  Natick\, MA 01760-2098 \nNetworking and Interactive Activities: From 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM and throughout the event\, participants will have opportunities to network with like-minded professionals\, exchange ideas\, and collaborate on potential projects. Interactive activities\, such as panel discussions\, Q&A sessions\, and hands-on workshops\, will encourage active engagement and knowledge sharing.\ \nFeatured Sessions \n\n1:20 PM: \nDEI\, Open Source Software\, APIs & Databases - Thomas A. Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services\, Consultant/Associate PM\, MSD\, Broadcom\, Inc.\n\nDEI\, Open Source Software\, APIs & Databases\nThomas A. Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant/Associate PM\, MSD\, Broadcom\, Inc.\nPeople of vastly different backgrounds\, nationalities\, orientations\, and identities create open-source software\, hardware\, and standards. This is an excellent example of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI). Studies reveal that diversity in participation produces better outcomes and more robust technologies. \nThe use of Open Source software and APIs helps users and administrators of databases gain significant value in analyzing the functionality and performance of their specific database products. This is also an excellent avenue to help modernize the Mainframe. \nThe establishment of a connection to a database via a REST API (with optional Open Source ZOWE features) and combining it with an Open Source time-series database coupled with a dashboard visualization package\, creates an “Embrace Open”. This Embrace Open enables users to view system and/or performance data\, enables users to implement and automate warnings and recommendations to avoid system risks\, and provides flexibility to leverage modern\, user-friendly tooling to improve the user experience. \nIn this presentation\, we’ll take a look at implementation techniques to satisfy a performance monitoring use case\, using open-source tools to visualize performance metrics produced by an API. Our example will be based on the Zowe API for an IDMS database\, but these techniques are general and can be applied to any database product (e.g. Db2/IMS/Datacom) that reveals performance metrics through a REST API. \nTom Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant at Broadcom\nThomas Halinski has been a Mainframe Value Manager\, a Technical Services Consultant and an Assistant Project Manager for Broadcom\, Inc. for the past several years. He supports the Sales Team for the Mainframe Software Division’s primary solutions and plays a key role in promoting and deploying open source tools for the modernization of the mainframe arena. For the prior 40+ years\, he has been a Business Application Consultant for various industries performing Enterprise Application Design\, program design\, development\, andcoding. He specializes in MVS performance tuning\, with an emphasis in Db2. He has written several papers\, has presented them internationally and has published in the IDUG Solutions Journal. He has held the Subject Area Chair – z/Series position for the Computer Management Group’s (CMG) National Conference for 7 years and was also an Assistant Project Manager for SHARE – EWCP for 5 years. \n\n\n1:55 PM  Performance Engineering for Humanity - Mohit Verma\, Performance Engineering Evangelist\nPerformance Engineering for Humanity\nMohit Verma\, Performance Engineering Evangelist\n“Performance Engineering for Humanity” is a captivating presentation that explores the intersection of technology and human-centric design. Delving into the realm of optimizing performance for a better user experience\, this talk emphasizes the importance of balancing technical efficiency with empathy and inclusivity. Join us to discover how Performance Engineering can positively impact and elevate human lives in the digital age. \n \nMohit Verma is a highly experienced Performance\, APM\, and Cloud Technology Leader with over 20 years of expertise. He is an Observability expert\, SRE team builder\, and a thought leader in Application Performance and DevOps. Mohit is an AZURE CERTIFIED Cloud Administrator and excels in performance engineering and cloud-based testing. He is a renowned public speaker\, mentor\, and organizer of local meetups. His exceptional skills in performance tuning and technical management have earned industry recognition. \n\n\n2:30 PM The Power of Diverse Teams - Megan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event MarketingThe Power of Diverse Teams\nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nAs technology grows and advances so does our population diversity. Constantly taking into account how our technology benefits customers\, we must also take into account the shifting needs of customers as demographics are ever-changing. Learn why taking diversity in our companies into account prepares us for better outcomes in business endeavors. \nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nMegan Rupert is a skilled professional based in Raleigh\, North Carolina\, with expertise in marketing and project management. She currently works as a Mainframe Software – Event Marketing Coordinator at Broadcom Software. Megan’s background includes at Louis Vuitton\, where she excelled in client relations and event coordination. Her capabilities also extend to project and account management from her previous role at Oak City Productions. With a strong problem-solving aptitude\, Megan has proven herself to be a valuable asset in various domains. \n\n2:55 PM Sustainable IT: Infrastructure for a Greener Future\nSustainable IT: Infrastructure for a Greener Future” Panel\nNayara Aguiar\, Performance Engineer\, MathWorks\nTom Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant at Broadcom\nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nNeha Sardesai\, Senior Education Application Engineer\, MathWorks\nMohit Verma\, Performance Engineering Evangelist\nThe technology industry has made sustainability and green initiatives a high priority. Especially with growing use of AI and its applications\, there are concerns around the carbon footprint of running GPU devices and servers continually. Businesses are organizing in many ways around green energy: whether it is buying carbon offsets or making energy efficient products. In this panel\, our experts will talk about the logistics\, methods and challenges involved in creating and maintaining IT infrastructure. They will also go into details about the current state of affairs\, strategic planning and measures they are taking at different levels of their organization to promote sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. Come and participate in this panel discussion by learning and posing questions to our panelists on various aspects of Sustainable IT! \nNeha Sardesai is a Senior Education Application Engineer at MathWorks. She partners with university customers to understand their technical and business challenges. Her primary objective is to drive the adoption of MATLAB and Simulink\, MathWorks’ flagship products\, in various domains\, including curriculum development\, research projects\, and commercial applications. By showcasing the versatile applications of these powerful software tools\, she helps universities leverage their capabilities to enhance learning outcomes and drive innovation.\nShe got her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on biomedical instrumentation from the University of Maryland\, Baltimore County in 2016.\nWith a career spanning six years at MathWorks\, Neha has gained extensive experience in understanding customer needs and tailoring solutions to meet their unique requirements. Her dedication to fostering strong relationships with university customers has been instrumental in driving the successful integration of MathWorks’ products into their educational programs.\nBeyond her professional endeavors\, Neha enjoys pursuing various hobbies in her spare time. She is an avid runner\, finding solace and inspiration on the open road. Additionally\, she finds joy in reading and knitting\, activities that allow her to unwind and explore her creative side. \n  \nNayara Aguiar is a Performance Engineer at MathWorks\, currently focusing on benchmarking and performance analysis for Deep Learning workflows. She has also worked on software development projects on mathematical optimization\, data analysis\, and applications related to the analysis of the electricity grid. Prior to joining MathWorks\, Nayara received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame\, where her research interests were in the intersection of power systems\, renewable energy\, and economics. \n\n\n3:30 PM Do You See What I See: Using Augmented Reality and  Artificial Intelligence  - Shruti Karulkarm Quality Engineering Manager for Hardware Connectivity and Development Applications at MathWorks\nDo You See What I See: Using Augmented Reality and ​Artificial Intelligence​\nShruti Karulkar\, Quality Engineering Manager\, MathWorks.\nThis workshop explains complex AR and AI topics such as pose recognition and augmented reality. Through hands-on exercises that apply deep learning and image processing techniques\, you will interact with real world examples to interact with your augmented world. You will learn about the novel applications of AR+AI\, their limitations and social impacts. You’ll leave armed with code\, inspiration\, and an ethical framework for your own projects! \nShruti Karulkar\, Quality Engineering Manager\, MathWorks.\nShruti Karulkar is the Quality Engineering Manager for Hardware Connectivity and Development Applications at MathWorks. Shruti’s team of highly creative engineers works to design and implement cutting-edge tools to qualify MATLAB and Simulink. Shruti has a long history of serving as a STEM mentor and is a STEM Ambassador for MathWorks. Shruti was a speaker at GHC (2018-2022) delivering successful and popular hands-on AI workshops. She has also delivered hands-on workshops at WECode (2019-20)\, Open Data Science (ODSC East 2021) and Women in Data Science (WiDS 2021-22) and MathWorks conferences MATLAB EXPO and MathWorks Advisory Board. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us at Software for Humanity and be part of the movement to shape a sustainable\, inclusive\, and innovative future for the software industry!\n \n  \n  \nSession Details and Speaker Bios \nDEI\, Open Source Software\, APIs & Databases\nThomas A. Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant/Associate PM\, MSD\, Broadcom\, Inc.\nPeople of vastly different backgrounds\, nationalities\, orientations\, and identities create open-source software\, hardware\, and standards. This is an excellent example of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI). Studies reveal that diversity in participation produces better outcomes and more robust technologies. \nThe use of Open Source software and APIs helps users and administrators of databases gain significant value in analyzing the functionality and performance of their specific database products. This is also an excellent avenue to help modernize the Mainframe. \nThe establishment of a connection to a database via a REST API (with optional Open Source ZOWE features) and combining it with an Open Source time-series database coupled with a dashboard visualization package\, creates an “Embrace Open”. This Embrace Open enables users to view system and/or performance data\, enables users to implement and automate warnings and recommendations to avoid system risks\, and provides flexibility to leverage modern\, user-friendly tooling to improve the user experience. \nIn this presentation\, we’ll take a look at implementation techniques to satisfy a performance monitoring use case\, using open-source tools to visualize performance metrics produced by an API. Our example will be based on the Zowe API for an IDMS database\, but these techniques are general and can be applied to any database product (e.g. Db2/IMS/Datacom) that reveals performance metrics through a REST API. \nTom Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant at Broadcom\nThomas Halinski has been a Mainframe Value Manager\, a Technical Services Consultant and an Assistant Project Manager for Broadcom\, Inc. for the past several years. He supports the Sales Team for the Mainframe Software Division’s primary solutions and plays a key role in promoting and deploying open source tools for the modernization of the mainframe arena. For the prior 40+ years\, he has been a Business Application Consultant for various industries performing Enterprise Application Design\, program design\, development\, andcoding. He specializes in MVS performance tuning\, with an emphasis in Db2. He has written several papers\, has presented them internationally and has published in the IDUG Solutions Journal. He has held the Subject Area Chair – z/Series position for the Computer Management Group’s (CMG) National Conference for 7 years and was also an Assistant Project Manager for SHARE – EWCP for 5 years. \n  \nPerformance Engineering for Humanity\nMohit Verma\, Performance Engineering Evangelist\n“Performance Engineering for Humanity” is a captivating presentation that explores the intersection of technology and human-centric design. Delving into the realm of optimizing performance for a better user experience\, this talk emphasizes the importance of balancing technical efficiency with empathy and inclusivity. Join us to discover how Performance Engineering can positively impact and elevate human lives in the digital age. \n \nMohit Verma is a highly experienced Performance\, APM\, and Cloud Technology Leader with over 20 years of expertise. He is an Observability expert\, SRE team builder\, and a thought leader in Application Performance and DevOps. Mohit is an AZURE CERTIFIED Cloud Administrator and excels in performance engineering and cloud-based testing. He is a renowned public speaker\, mentor\, and organizer of local meetups. His exceptional skills in performance tuning and technical management have earned industry recognition. \n  \n  \nThe Power of Diverse Teams \nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nAs technology grows and advances so does our population diversity. Constantly taking into account how our technology benefits customers\, we must also take into account the shifting needs of customers as demographics are ever-changing. Learn why taking diversity in our companies into account prepares us for better outcomes in business endeavors. \nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nMegan Rupert is a skilled professional based in Raleigh\, North Carolina\, with expertise in marketing and project management. She currently works as a Mainframe Software – Event Marketing Coordinator at Broadcom Software. Megan’s background includes at Louis Vuitton\, where she excelled in client relations and event coordination. Her capabilities also extend to project and account management from her previous role at Oak City Productions. With a strong problem-solving aptitude\, Megan has proven herself to be a valuable asset in various domains. \n  \nSustainable IT: Infrastructure for a Greener Future” Panel\nNayara Aguiar\, Performance Engineer\, MathWorks\nTom Halinski\, Principal\, Client Services Consultant at Broadcom\nMegan Rupert\, Mainframe Software – Event Marketing\nNeha Sardesai\, Senior Education Application Engineer\, MathWorks\nMohit Verma\, Performance Engineering Evangelist\nThe technology industry has made sustainability and green initiatives a high priority. Especially with growing use of AI and its applications\, there are concerns around the carbon footprint of running GPU devices and servers continually. Businesses are organizing in many ways around green energy: whether it is buying carbon offsets or making energy efficient products. In this panel\, our experts will talk about the logistics\, methods and challenges involved in creating and maintaining IT infrastructure. They will also go into details about the current state of affairs\, strategic planning and measures they are taking at different levels of their organization to promote sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. Come and participate in this panel discussion by learning and posing questions to our panelists on various aspects of Sustainable IT! \n \nNeha Sardesai is a Senior Education Application Engineer at MathWorks. She partners with university customers to understand their technical and business challenges. Her primary objective is to drive the adoption of MATLAB and Simulink\, MathWorks’ flagship products\, in various domains\, including curriculum development\, research projects\, and commercial applications. By showcasing the versatile applications of these powerful software tools\, she helps universities leverage their capabilities to enhance learning outcomes and drive innovation.\nShe got her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on biomedical instrumentation from the University of Maryland\, Baltimore County in 2016.\nWith a career spanning six years at MathWorks\, Neha has gained extensive experience in understanding customer needs and tailoring solutions to meet their unique requirements. Her dedication to fostering strong relationships with university customers has been instrumental in driving the successful integration of MathWorks’ products into their educational programs.\nBeyond her professional endeavors\, Neha enjoys pursuing various hobbies in her spare time. She is an avid runner\, finding solace and inspiration on the open road. Additionally\, she finds joy in reading and knitting\, activities that allow her to unwind and explore her creative side. \n  \nNayara Aguiar is a Performance Engineer at MathWorks\, currently focusing on benchmarking and performance analysis for Deep Learning workflows. She has also worked on software development projects on mathematical optimization\, data analysis\, and applications related to the analysis of the electricity grid. Prior to joining MathWorks\, Nayara received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame\, where her research interests were in the intersection of power systems\, renewable energy\, and economics. \n  \n  \n  \nDo You See What I See: Using Augmented Reality and ​Artificial Intelligence​\nShruti Karulkar\, Quality Engineering Manager\, MathWorks.\nThis workshop explains complex AR and AI topics such as pose recognition and augmented reality. Through hands-on exercises that apply deep learning and image processing techniques\, you will interact with real world examples to interact with your augmented world. You will learn about the novel applications of AR+AI\, their limitations and social impacts. You’ll leave armed with code\, inspiration\, and an ethical framework for your own projects! \nShruti Karulkar\, Quality Engineering Manager\, MathWorks.\nShruti Karulkar is the Quality Engineering Manager for Hardware Connectivity and Development Applications at MathWorks. Shruti’s team of highly creative engineers works to design and implement cutting-edge tools to qualify MATLAB and Simulink. Shruti has a long history of serving as a STEM mentor and is a STEM Ambassador for MathWorks. Shruti was a speaker at GHC (2018-2022) delivering successful and popular hands-on AI workshops. She has also delivered hands-on workshops at WECode (2019-20)\, Open Data Science (ODSC East 2021) and Women in Data Science (WiDS 2021-22) and MathWorks conferences MATLAB EXPO and MathWorks Advisory Board.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/software-for-humanity/
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SUMMARY:Ensuring performance: How major retailers leverage user traffic to validate code changes
DESCRIPTION:Software development and testing is ultimately all in preparation for go-live. But what if you could predict how your go-live could go wrong? Modern cloud engineering teams at organizations such as Uber\, DoorDash\, and Google ‘mirror’ or ‘shadow’ traffic to see if new builds are ready for primetime. They’ve found that leveraging their own production traffic is key to optimizing throughput and latency\, as well as knowing whether code changes are impacting the resource consumption of their clusters. In this webinar\, we’ll share our top takeaways from helping large retailers use traffic to validate their code changes. Join us to learn how traffic-based tests and mocks can accurately simulate peak load conditions\, ensure performance\, and increase your topline revenue. \nVisit www.speedscale.com to learn more about production traffic replication\, or to start a free trial! \n\n \nVisit www.speedscale.com to learn more about production traffic replication\, or to start a free trial! \nAbout the presenter: \n \nNate Lee\, Co-founder and VP of Sales\, Speedscale \nNate has served a variety of roles within the software industry. Most recently\, he was in enterprise sales for the digital transformation consultancy Contino (acquired by Cognizant). Prior to Contino\, he served as Product Manager at CA Technologies\, by way of iTKO where he was a Presales Engineer for 6 years. Before iTKO\, he spent time as a support leader at IBM Internet Security Systems\, and engineer at ILC (acquired by General Dynamics). He graduated from Georgia Tech with an MBA in Technology\, and BS in Computer Science. You’ll most likely find him outdoors on 2 wheels when he’s not innovating with his Speedscale buddies. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSession Sponsored by:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/speedscale-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Observability: Collect\, Enrich\, and Visualize Your Mainframe Data for More Efficient Business Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:The mainframe business generates a large amount of complex and diverse data not always easily accessible. Also\, their analysis requires expertise to understand their meaning and to make the right decisions for efficient management of the mainframe activity. \nDuring this webinar\, we will demonstrate how the Zetaly Service Intelligence Module allows you to quickly and simply:\n– Collect new record types without development (IBM/ISV)\n– Access all collected information\n– Share information in your data eco-system/access via API\n– Organize your data with custom filters\n– Create new dashboards\n– Set up automatic alerts for important indicators \n \nPresenters \n\n\n Sami Chidiac\, European Sales Manager\nSami earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Concordia University in Montreal\, Canada\,  and began his career as a technical project manager for a track and trace solution provider. Later on\, he transitioned into business development for a company specializing in digital anti-counterfeiting solutions and moved to Lyon\, France. At both companies\, it was the data analytics portion of these solutions that sparked his interest\, which ultimately led him to join a tech company that puts software development and data analytics at the core of its business: Zetaly. \nToday\, Sami serves as the European Sales Manager at Zetaly\, where he helps clients gain valuable insights into their IT ecosystems; performance through data analytics. With fluency in English\, French\, Spanish\, and Arabic\, Sami is able to communicate effectively with clients from diverse cultures and regions. \n  \n  \n \n  \nPatrice Cheuillot\, Product Owner\nPatrice graduated in Computer Technology at ISTI (Institut Supérieur de Technologie Informatique) in Paris\, France\, and started his career as a technician for an American manufacturer of high-precision graphic tables and plotters. Later\, he joined zCost Management where from the beginning he participated in the support and development of solutions related to cost control and mainframe capacity planning. In both companies\, it was the discovery of new technologies and the challenge that sparked his interest. \nToday\, Patrice is a Product Owner at Zetaly\, where he participates in the creation and promotion of Zetaly solutions.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/observability-collect-enrich-and-visualize-your-mainframe-data-for-more-efficient-business-decision-making/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T100000
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SUMMARY:Operationalizing AI Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, May 9th from 10 AM – 2 PM ET\, CMG will host an event about operationalizing AI where you\ncan expect to learn about:\n• The basics of operationalizing AI\, including what it means\, why it is important\, and the benefits\nof integrating AI into business operations.\n• Deploying your AI Applications: The Where\, When\, How\, What’s and Why’s\n• Data Sets and Benchmarking\n• Performance\, Capacity\, Monitoring\, and Optimization\n• AI Best Practices and Ethical Considerations\nOverall\, this event about operationalizing AI will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of\nhow to integrate AI into your business operations to improve efficiency\, reduce costs\, and gain a\ncompetitive advantage.
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/operationalizing-ai-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="CMG Headquarters":MAILTO:cmghq@cmg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T140000
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SUMMARY:Mainframe Modernization 2023: What does modern even mean?
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/mainframe-virtual-conference-3/
CATEGORIES:Broadcom,ONLINE,Virtual Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230224
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SUMMARY:IMPACT 2023 Hybrid Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/impact-2023-hybrid-conference-3/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Dell,IMPACT 2023
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMG Headquarters":MAILTO:cmghq@cmg.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230223
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SUMMARY:IMPACT 2023 Hybrid Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/impact-2023-hybrid-conference-2/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Dell,IMPACT 2023
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMG Headquarters":MAILTO:cmghq@cmg.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230222
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SUMMARY:IMPACT 2023 Hybrid Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/impact-2023-hybrid-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Dell,IMPACT 2023
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMG Headquarters":MAILTO:cmghq@cmg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T122742
CREATED:20221020T220038Z
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SUMMARY:St. Louis CMG’s Fall 2022 Virtual ½ Day Conference
DESCRIPTION:STLCMG Quarterly Meeting Agenda\n\n\n\nTime\nTopic\n \nPresenter\n\n\n\n8:30 -8:50\nLogon and Virtual Networking\n\n\n8:50 – 9:00\nWelcome and Introductions \n  \nNote: All participants will be muted upon entry. \nYou may unmute yourselves to ask questions anytime throughout the meeting or use “Chat” to post a question for the speakers. \n  \nAlso\, please turn off your PC video-cameras during the event.\n\n\n9:00 – 9:55\nMonth to Month – Year to Year Capacity Planning\nElise Bundgaard\, Topdanmark \n&  \nCarsten Rasmussen\, SMT Data\n\n\n10:00 – 10:55\nMainframe Capacity and Performance Challenges in an Outsource Environment\nSteven Thomas\, SMT Data\n\n\n11:00 – 11:55\nWhat colo(u)r is your grass?\nLarry Strickland\, DATAKINETICS\n\n\n12:00 – 12:30\nA Word from our Sponsor   \nGetting transparency into capacity and performance using SMT Data’s IT Business Intelligence \nSteven Thomas\, \nCTO\, SMT Data\n\n\n12:30\nClosing Remarks \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Sponsored by: \nSMT Data\n\n\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/st-louis-cmgs-fall-2022-virtual-%c2%bd-day-conference/
CATEGORIES:Region,Virtual Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221019
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SUMMARY:Performance Engineering and DevOps Virtual Conference - October 18
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/pe-and-devops-oct-18/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Dell,Virtual Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="CMG Headquarters":MAILTO:cmghq@cmg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T180000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis/St. Paul Regional CMG Meeting Mainframe – Still Innovated at Any Age
DESCRIPTION:Date:                 Thursday September 22\, 2022 \nTime:                1:00 PM – 4:00 PM  \nLocation:          Sirius Computer Solutions Inc \nAddress:           7760 France Avenue S.  – Meeting on 2nd Floor Bloomington\, MN  \nThe meeting is open to anyone who would like to attend. Cost:  n/c \n Register Here\n \n\nAgenda:\n1:00 – 1:15            Welcome / Business Meeting – CMG Board  \n1:15 – 2:00            What did you do about the IBM/MLC 5% increase and some negotiation tips? – Brian Hoare  \nAbstract:  In January 2022 IBM increased IBM/MLC by 5%. In January 2023\, the same increase will occur again – another 5%. Guess what\nwill happen in 2024? \nThis will get worse\, especially if you have a CPI increment inserted in your IBM agreements. CPI so far this year is 8.5%.  So\, a 5% IBM/MLC increase and a CPI increase.  This could be a big price increase – ouch! Have you considered how you can offset these cost increases? \nThis discussion will suggest ways to offset the 5% and ways to negotiate with IBM and other ISV’s. \n2:00 – 2:15             Break sponsored by Sirius  \n2:15 – 4:00            “z16\, AI security\, Containers” – Ray Kilgore\, Sr. Solutions Architect \n4:00 – 6:00            Onsite Happy Hour – Sociable on 14th floor \n 
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/minneapolis-st-paul-regional-cmg-meeting-mainframe-still-innovated-at-any-age/
CATEGORIES:Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T080000
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SUMMARY:IBM zDay 2022
DESCRIPTION:CMG is a valued member of our vibrant and diverse IBM Z & LinuxONE Community\, you won’t want to miss our signature event of the year\, IBM zDay 2022 on September 15th from 8 AM – 4 PM ET —  register today! \nBe part of our biggest and boldest event yet\, with over 150 global thought leaders and industry speakers and 80 sessions across 5 content-rich tracks spanning AI\, modernization\, hybrid cloud and more! Our free\, virtual conference is designed for all levels. There’s something for everyone!\n \n  \nWhat to Expect at IBM zDay 2022:\n\nEngage with industry leaders\, global visionaries & IBM zSystems subject matter experts as they share their expertise and highlight industry trends and innovation spanning AI\, Quantum\, and more!\nInteract with speakers during live Q&A chat at the end of each session\nEngage with a global audience of participants from 130 countries\nGet free in-depth training on everything IBM zSystems and LinuxONE including multiple live demos\nHear from dozens of IBM customers and startups who are innovating and disrupting the digital era with IBM zSystems\nConnect locally and globally with 15\,000+ members in our IBM Z and LinuxONE Community\n\nExplore 5 all-new content-rich learning tracks:\n\nIBM zSYSTEMS: Build a flexible\, AI-infused\, sustainable business with IBM zSystems. Accelerate and scale with infrastructure that is optimized at its core to secure your enterprise.\nIBM LinuxONE: Build a sustainable infrastructure with IBM LinuxONE\, an enterprise-grade Linux server designed to meet the needs of mission-critical workloads in the hybrid cloud.\nMODERNIZATION: Build a connected business with IBM zSystems and Cloud. Leverage APIs to extend and access applications and data\, and refactor or rewrite existing application code.\nCOMMUNITY: Learn how our global community is shaping the digital landscape\, evolving the tech industry and making the world a better place.\nSTUDENT 24-Hr Global Meetup: Starts Sept. 14th!  Students and life-long learners from around the world will come together to advance their skills and participate in hands-on coding activities designed for all levels\, including our all-new 2022 IBM zStudent Contest.\n\nREGISTER FOR IBM zDAY NOW:  ibm.biz/ibmzday-2022\n*Call for Papers Deadline Extended\nShare your voice at IBM zDay! There’s still time! The Call for Papers deadline has been extended to August 8th by popular demand. Submit your proposal today: ibm.biz/ibmzday-cfp2022 \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/ibm-zday-2022/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220913T080000
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SUMMARY:2022 Arizona Technology Summit
DESCRIPTION:Hello CMG! \nRegistration is now open for the 2022 Arizona Technology Summit. The event will be held at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix\, AZ on September 13th\, 2022 from 8 am – 4 pm. \nThe Arizona Technology Summit welcomes Mike Lettman as our keynote speaker. Mike is a recognized technology leader with over 30 years of experience in government information\, security and technology. Mike currently serves as a Cyber Security Advisor to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Prior to working with the CISA\, Mike served as the CISO for the State of Arizona where he provided strategic direction for information security to over 130 public agencies. Mike is also instrumental in building relationships with a variety of partners including the MS-ISAC\, Department of Homeland Security\, and the FBI. Mike will be providing unique insights as to how Arizona is preparing for the upcoming election and Super Bowl 2023. Come and learn how you can apply these same principles in your organization to ensure you and your team will be ready when everyone’s eyes are on you. \nRegister now at https://technologysummit.net/register.html with the promo code ATS22CMG to waive the $149 registration fee. \nREASONS TO ATTEND: \n\nThe Arizona Technology Summit is the largest regional Information Technology & Security conference in Phoenix\nKeynote address\, “All Eyes on AZ – Preparing for the Election & Super Bowl 2023\,” from Mike Lettman\, Cyber Security Advisor for the CISA\n20+ Eye-opening and informative presentations throughout the day on a wide range of technology and security topics\n50+ vendors showcasing cutting edge solutions that will benefit your company\nInvaluable networking with peers and others from the Phoenix community\n6 CPE credits are issued at the end of the event after a full day of attendance (8am-4pm)\nDid we mention prizes? Not just a grand prize dream vacation getaway\, but also many vendor prizes! Ranging from gift cards to $500 worth of technology.\nIn addition to your registration\, we also provide lunch\, snacks and drinks\n\nWe are confident that you will learn how to make yourself and your company more successful by spending your day at the Arizona Technology Summit. We look forward to seeing you there! \nMachaon Corporation / 1728 W Canning Dr / Mount Pleasant / SC / 29466 / 480-409-4601
URL:https://www.cmg.org/event/2022-arizona-technology-summit/
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