Stream: Monaco
Time: 10:00 - 10:45
Pitch - As demand for critical mainframe skills continues to grow, organizations need a sustainable approach to developing the next generation of mainframe talent. This session introduces the IBM Z Skills Playbook - a proven global framework of education programs and resources designed to attract, develop and retain mainframe professionals. From student outreach and academic partnerships to hands-on learning, mentoring, career growth, community building and advocacy. Discover how to transform curiosity into capability and capability into business impact. Agenda: Share IBM Z Ecosystem education programs/series, portals & resources (University engagement initiatives - master study programs + Z Career Connection Events, Z Xplore, Mainframe Skills Depot, IBM Z Global Skills Accelerator Program, Z Deep Dive Series/IBM Z Day, Advocacy, etc.).
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Professional with 20+ years of experience in the IT field - storage, networking, mainframe, leadership, project/program management and outsourcing. Currently responsible for IBM Z Ecosystem within EMEA and expanding the outreach of the IBM Z Skill Programs
Veneta Sapoundjieva is the IBM Z EMEA Skills Leader, driving skills development, workforce transformation, and talent growth initiatives across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In her role, Veneta collaborates with clients, universities, students, educators, and business partners to connect talent with the opportunities available across the IBM Z ecosystem.
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