By now, even those just embarking on a future in IT recognize the untapped value of a career in mainframes. As a young professional, perhaps you're still exploring the vast and fascinating mainframe world and haven't yet found that perfect mix of practical career and fun. You want a skill set that not only provides a rewarding, technical challenge but is equally valuable to executives for its ability to control costs. Outside of work, what if the same skills can save time, money and provide pure fun? Join us as we discuss these untapped, yet surprisingly simple skills. Whether or not it's the right path for you, you're sure to pick up some valuable tips for both IT and life.

With more and more vendors entering the mainframe space and open source change is good. However has a lack of industry standards impacted the mainframe community in a negative way? Its hard to train new talent, its hard to learn a different product. As a Managed Service Provider, the pains of working with multiple vendors is apparent.

Join us for a panel of mainframers, including both new and tenured, to explore the possibilities.

Resilience is more than the ability to bounce back - it's about embracing challenges, running toward discomfort, and thriving as a result. This session will explore how personal and organizational resilience is built through both ownership and mentorship. Real-world examples will highlight practical strategies for turning challenges into opportunities that foster long-term success.

In this interactive session, we'll develop actionable strategies to enhance communication and knowledge transfer among mainframers of different generations.