Welcome again to our month-long journey through the History and People of Mainframe. Since our launch this week, we’ve already introduced a diverse array of individuals who have significantly contributed to the evolution and enhancement of mainframe technology.
- Craig Mullins, President & Principal Consultant, Mullins Consulting, Inc.
- Michael Daubman, Director of Product Management, Foundational and Open Solutions, Broadcom
- Donna Hudi, Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Business Development, Phoenix Software International
- Cheryl Watson, Founder, The Tuning Letter
Now, four days into our celebration, the excitement within the community is palpable… and we’re just getting started. Each business day brings a new opportunity to celebrate another influencer in our series. We invite you to join the conversation, share your thoughts and experiences, and perhaps even discover a mentor or a source of inspiration among the profiles we highlight. Remember to sign up for article notifications to stay updated on our daily reveals and to receive our weekly recaps, ensuring you don’t miss out on any part of this exciting journey.
Coming up soon, we’ll spotlight:
An open-source pioneer
Someone shaping major strategy and architecture decisions for tech in the industry
A leading voice in modern mainframe DevOps.
Someone inspiring the next generation of mainframers.
But first, let’s see today’s spotlight: Jessielaine Punongbayan: someone who inspires others with her outstanding expertise in mainframe technology, innovative approach to modernizing it, and her willingness to enthusiastically share what she knows with others.
Let’s continue to celebrate the brilliance, dedication, and innovation that drive progress in the mainframe community. Share your stories and experiences with our influential mainframers using #PMFInfluentialMainframers on LinkedIn, and let’s honor the legacy and future of mainframe technology together.
Amanda Hendley is the Managing Editor of Planet Mainframe and host of the Virtual Mainframe User Groups. With a career rooted in the technology community, she has held leadership roles at the Technology Association of Georgia, Computer Measurement Group (CMG), and Planet Mainframe. A proud Georgia Tech graduate, Amanda spends her free time renovating homes and volunteering with SEGSPrescue.org in Atlanta, Georgia.