Influential Mainframer – Lauren Valenti
Today, we celebrate someone who has spent her career opening doors for others. Lauren Valenti Director, Mainframe Education, Customer Engagement,…
Influential Mainframer – Marcus Davage
“I’m an Influential Mainframer because I drive innovation, share expertise, and advocate for the future of mainframe technology.” Marcus Davage…
From Wine to Workforce Solutions – Influential Mainframer Magie Hall
Magie Hall, Ph.D., is an associate professor of information systems and quantitative analysis at the University of Nebraska Omaha. She’s…
Influential Mainframer – Anthony (Tony) Anter
Tony Anter is a familiar face and voice in the modern mainframe community. With decades of experience and a streak…
Influential Mainframer – Derek Britton
This month, Planet Mainframe celebrates influential mainframers nominated by the community. Today, we recognize a man who won’t let the…
Influential Mainframer – Bruno Binotti
This month, Planet Mainframe celebrates influential mainframers nominated by the community. Today, we recognize a mainframer equally comfortable working on…
It’s Here: IBM Introduces z17 Mainframe with Integrated AI Capabilities
On April 8, 2025, after much public anticipation, IBM announced the launch of its next-generation mainframe, the IBM z17, designed…
Influential Mainframer – Cameron Seay
Dr. Cameron Seay doesn’t tiptoe around problems. He isn’t into discussing the mainframe skills gap; he’s invested in eliminating it.…