An engineering undergrad majored in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science. Summer '24 mentee at OMP for Feilong. Frequent open source contributor. Won several hackathons. I love to build.

Adam Wolfe, a Product Owner at Broadcom is the Zowe CLI squad lead, and Zowe Explorer squad co-lead. Before joining Broadcom, Adam managed software projects for a small engineering firm in the rail industry, focusing mainly on developing embedded control systems, data analysis software, and automated test systems. Adam joined Broadcom’s Mainframe Software Division in 2023, and has been working with Broadcom’s engineering teams, focusing mainly on Zowe CLI and Zowe Explorer.

I am Aditi Rai, founder of CyberTeam and a passionate cybersecurity professional with expertise in Network & Web Security, Cryptography, and Application Security. As an LFX Mentee with the Open Mainframe Project, I contributed to modernizing legacy systems and co-authored a whitepaper shaping enterprise strategies. I have delivered impactful seminars to over 4000+ attendees and developed innovative solutions like SIEM tools and security-focused applications, earning accolades in CTFs and hackathons. With a proven track record of leadership and technical excellence, I am committed to driving innovation and securing the digital landscape.

Software developer for IBM with 7 years experience in zDevOps and Zowe Explorer Squad Co-Lead

Caitlin Mooney is a recent Computer Science Graduate from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. She is passionate about using technology for social good and is an enthusiastic volunteer for various causes. Her work experience includes infrastructure problem solving at UPS, STEM and Mainframe research at BCC, and business operations at Colliers International and Pullman Services. Caitlin’s primary career interests lie in law and privacy and she is eager to learn more about cyber security, finance and mathematics. Caitlin hopes to represent the project as an Open Mainframe Ambassador by giving press interviews and attending conferences. She also looks forward to mentoring new members of the community, improving project documentation, and writing blog posts about new technologies and products. Caitlin is confident that even though she is still a novice in the field, she can provide non-technical mentorship to those who require it.

Dan Kelosky is a Software Architect helping to build Devops and Zowe solutions within Broadcom. Dan started mainframe development in 2009 coding IBM assembler and Metal C. He has since written code for web UIs (HTML, CSS, & Typescript), for distributed systems (C++, Java, & Node.js), and for desktop applications (Node.js, Rust).

Honored to be 1 of only 2 people that IBM has ever named Lifetime IBM Champion for IBM Z. Excited to be an Open Mainframe Project Ambassador and assist the global adoption and efficacy of Zowe, collaborating with the Open Mainframe Project to develop free to the industry Zowe elearning courses and bragworthy OMP digital credentials.

Domenico D’Alterio is the IBM Principal Product Manager focused on The Linux Foundation's ZoweTM and IBM Z distribution for Zowe projects. He contributes to the open-source project strategy and direction as well as market success of IBM Z distribution for Zowe. Prior to his current role, Domenico was the Product Manager for offerings in the IBM Z AIOps area working on the strategic directions of multiple offerings. In the previous years, he covered different managerial positions in IBM Development and Customer support organization as well as the role of Product Manager of Z Analytics products, Domenico joined IBM in 1999. Starting as designer, moved to a managerial role in 2006, acting as Development and Customer Support manager in the former Tivoli division of IBM. He graduated in Electronic Engineering, in Italy.

Dong Ma is a Software Engineer and active contributor of Open Mainframe Feilong project. He has been worked on IBM Cloud Infrastructure Center, offering on-premises cloud deployments on the IBM Z and IBM LinuxONE platforms. He's been an active technical contributor to OpenStack since the Liberty release, focusing on Jenkins, OpenStackCI and QA. He has previously been a speaker at Open Mainframe Summit, OpenStack Summit, LCA2017, LinuxCon Japan, FOSSCON and the other open source conference.

Linux Systems Administrator turned Dev Advocate for IBM zSystems. Author of books on Ubuntu & OpenStack. Partimus.org Director. Fan of open source, mainframes, and trains. She/her.

Elliot is a Product Manager at the Broadcom Mainframe R&D Centre in Prague focused on modernizing the way we work with the mainframe. Over the years, Elliot has been heavily invested in improving the maintenance experience for z/OS software. More recently, Elliot has been a key contributor to the Linux Foundation Zowe open source software framework, since it's inception. Zowe provides solutions that allow development and operations teams to securely, manage, control, script and develop on the Mainframe like any other cloud platform and is the first open source project based on z/OS.

As a seasoned developer entrenched in the realm of mainframe technologies, my journey began at banking sector, where I honed my craft and developed a profound passion for this intricate domain. Transitioning from the banking sector to academia, I now bring real-world experience to the classroom as a Mainframe Technologies instructor at a Vilnius University While delving into the intricacies of software development for mainframe clients at Rocket Software, I remain deeply committed to fostering the next generation of tech enthusiasts. My dual roles as a developer and educator intertwine seamlessly, empowering me to not only create innovative solutions but also impart crucial knowledge to aspiring professionals.

Haritha here—a senior coding expert, open-source leader, and problem solver with 15+ years of tech adventures. I’ve gone from crafting complex algorithms to designing software solutions that (mostly) behave. I’ve worn many hats—Tech Specialist and Tech Lead in the banking and airport domains, and now, an Open Source APAC Guild Lead and active contributor in the z/OS open-source space. Simply put, I thrive on tech, teamwork, and (lots of) troubleshooting!

Committer for the COBOL Programming Course | hartan.to

Igor Todorovski is a passionate advocate for open-source software on IBM z/OS. With over 17 years at IBM, he has worked extensively on z/OS and compilers, and now focuses on open-source enablement. As the lead of the zopen community, he is driving modernization efforts by building a thriving ecosystem of developers and porting over 200 open-source tools to z/OS. His mission is to bridge the technology gap between z/OS and other platforms, making it more accessible to developers. Igor is deeply engaged in the open-source community, collaborating with maintainers and developers to upstream z/OS support in widely used projects. Beyond technical contributions, he is involved in public access initiatives, educational efforts through guild meetings, blogs, and advocacy to make z/OS a first-class open-source platform.

I am a technological enthusiast interested heavily in Open Source and Security. At the moment, I am invested specifically in the Zowe project, where I have the role of Zowe TSC Chair, as well as API Mediation Layer squad lead. Previously I have been involved in a variety of companies and projects within the IT industry including the Earth Observation and projects for European Space Agency and cooperation on Open Source projects with NASA. I co-authored a book on topic of accessibility for people with Dyslexia - Dyslexia and Accessibility in the Modern Era: Emerging Research and Opportunities I've been presenting various papers on conferences focusing on Earth Observation, Open Source and Mainframe. In my free time, I climb, dance tango argentino, and play and organize larps.

Jessielaine Punongbayan is a Tech Evangelist and Senior Support Specialist at Dynatrace Austria. With fervent dedication to mainframe modernization, AIOPS, and DevOps solutions, Jessielaine channels her passion into driving innovation and efficiency in the tech industry. Her advocacy extends beyond technology, as she actively promotes women's empowerment, diversity, and inclusion. With a keen eye for innovation, Jessielaine thrives on discovering new solutions and is committed to sharing her expertise with the community through speaking at conferences, insightful blogs, and engaging video tutorials. She aims to inspire and educate others in the ever-evolving landscape of technology.

JJ Lovett is a leader in global customer success and engagement strategies, program development, customer experience, and operations management with a track record of translating business and technology needs into results that help drive value. 25+ years of experience in the information technology sector and 20-year veteran of the United States Armed Forces.

I've been an open source and middleware developer for most of my career. I focus on backend and infrastructure development, but have been known to stray into front end interfaces when necessary. IBM Z is my platform of choice, but I also am spending an increasing amount of time working in the cloud. Learning new stuff is what makes all of this fun.

IBMer (all views my own) working on #zowe. Father, Husband, Sailor, Coffee snob, Classical music on my ipod, Astronomy amateur, and 54 year old nerd

Louisa’s an experienced professional within IBM with 10 years’ spanning diverse roles across consulting, software development and acquisitions. In addition, Louisa has just finished a Degree Apprenticeship to support her role in business leadership. Louisa is the chairperson of the open-source project Galasa within the Linux Foundation which included taking this project to adoption, in addition, she’s also a product management role overseeing a portfolio within IBM Z.

Meet Marcus Davage, a BMC Software lead product developer and active supporter of IBM Z and LinuxONE. Marcus is a true veteran and expert in the field of mainframes, with over 30 years of experience. He has worked as a programmer, systems programmer, consultant, database administrator and other roles, giving him a broad understanding of mainframe technology. In his spare time, he volunteers as a STEM Ambassador , leading Code Clubs in Welsh speaking primary schools and introducing children to the fascinating world of technology. Marcus is an active member of several user groups and committees, including the IDUG Content Committee, the UK Db2 User Group, the GSE Conference Planning Committee, in addition to his advocacy work. He is an IBM Champion as well as an IBM Z and LinuxONE Influencer, and he blogs and podcasts on a regular basis to share his industry insights and knowledge. Marcus is dedicated to advancing the project and its objectives in his capacity as an Open Mainframe Ambassador. He is most interested in speaking opportunities where he can represent the project at conferences and events, as well as collateral creation where he can review and contribute to project overview material. He also enjoys blogging and writing about new technologies and products, describing them with his mainframe expertise and experience.

Michael Bauer is a Product Owner at Broadcom, Zowe Command Line Interface Squad lead, and a TSC member of the COBOL Programming Course and Zowe. A frequent speaker and blogger on Zowe, the first open source project for z/OS, Michael runs interactive workshops with customers interested in incorporating mainframe in their enterprise DevOps initiatives. Beyond the Zowe CLI, Michael has been involved with the Zowe Explorer VS Code Extension, the emerging suite of Zowe SDKs, as well as the Open Mainframe Project’s COBOL Programming Course.

Michael leads the Product Management team for the Open Mainframe technologies at Broadcom, which includes responsibility for CA Brightside as well as Broadcom’s open source activities including Zowe. Michael has 40 years of experience with Mainframe application development and productivity solutions as a developer, engineering manager, Product Owner and Product Manager. Michael contributes to the Zowe community as an active participant in the Zowe Advisory Council and Zowe Onboarding Squad.

Rahat is a 19-year-old open-source enthusiast making meaningful contributions to the community. In his first year of college, he was selected for the Linux Foundation Mentorship Program (LFX'24) and now works as a contractor for OMP under the Linux Foundation. Currently pursuing a B-Tech in Computer Science Engineering with a focus on AI/ML, Rahat maintains strong academic performance while actively participating in open-source projects. He's contributed to numerous respected organizations and recently joined the Open Mainframe Project (OMP) as an ambassador. His journey with OMP evolved from LFX mentee to full-time member (contractor). Beyond coding, Rahat is passionate about tech content creation. His YouTube channel has garnered over 1.5 million impressions where he hosts podcasts with industry leaders, including IBM's CTO. He's building the "1stSemCoder" community to help students navigate their early coding journey, leveraging his experience in software development to create accessible educational content. As a digital creator, Rahat bridges technical knowledge with engaging storytelling, making complex concepts approachable for beginners while fostering an inclusive open-source community.

Rose is an OMP Ambassador, a Zowe Squad Lead, a member of the Zowe Technical Steering Committee, the Zowe Security Workgroup & the current Chair for the Zowe Advisory Council. She is an Offering Manager at Broadcom responsible for Open Mainframe solutions that integrate mainframe with Enterprise tooling to provide a clear and comprehensive path to achieving and realizing the value of mainframe modernization. She has published Zowe blogs at medium.com and has led sessions at SHARE, Open Mainframe Summit, DevOps.com, and various worldwide Broadcom Mainframe Technical Exchanges and Product User Groups. She has over 30 years of experience in technology roles including application development, systems programming, operations, product administration, consulting services, and product management. Rose is based in Massachusetts.

Ruediger Schulze is a Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM Germany Lab and as Tech Lead responsible for Observability and OpenTelemetry for IBM Z and LinuxONE. He is a co-chair of the OpenTelemetry on Mainframe SIG in the OpenTelemetry community and leads an open innovation community for observability at IBM. He has more than two decades of experience in the successful development and implementation of mainframe and cloud projects for large customers. He is certified as a Cloud Solution Architect for multiple clouds and enjoys designing and building innovative hybrid cloud solutions for his customers.

I am a dedicated mainframer currently working on supporting large-scale migrations and conversions to Broadcom's automation product: OPS/MVS. I help organizations seamlessly adopt and integrate advanced mainframe automation solutions. I collaborate closely with clients, tackling unique challenges and developing strategic adoption roadmaps tailored to their needs. I grew up in New York and now live in San Diego, California, blending East Coast determination with West Coast creativity. Over the course of my career, I've held roles as a Db2 Database Administrator and Storage and System Support Engineer, which provided me with a strong technical foundation and deep understanding of enterprise-level systems. I'm passionate about mainframe education and mentoring, sharing knowledge with the community, and speaking at conferences to inspire others about the future of mainframe technology. I believe in continuous learning and enjoy connecting with industry professionals to drive innovation and growth.

Social media savvy; Sales Leadership, Offering, Product and Marketing professional based in New York, with responsibility for globally leading Sales for IBM’s LinuxONE brand of servers. Also currently the Chairman of the Marketing Committee of the Open Mainframe Project, a Linux Foundation collaborative project.

Sudharsana is a Program Manager with the IBM Z Ecosystem team. She has worked on several programs, most prominently the COBOL Course that launched on the Open Mainframe Project, and currently co-leads the Technical Steering Committee of the project. As an entrepreneur, she helped launch bay area startup ‘Mom Relaunch’, where she continues to be an advisory member of the board. She is also a core team member of a non-profit organization AIM for Seva that works to bring education to underprivileged children in India.

I'm a Senior Automation Engineer at BMC Software. With a strong background in automation and a focus on optimizing software development processes, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. My expertise lies in designing and implementing automated solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software. I thrive on leveraging cutting-edge technologies to streamline workflows and contribute to the success of software development teams. Let's connect and explore how we can drive innovation together!

I have been working at IBA Group for more than 20 years. I started as a mainframe application developer and Db2 administrator. I was a project manager of an operations team, Db2 for z/OS Sysprog, and a senior test manager. Now I lead a team engaged in the modernization and development of applications for the Mainframe platform and the provision of services for the implementation of DevOps for Mainframe and Clouds. One day there was a hackathon aimed to seek new Mainframe solutions. Some individuals got inspired by the idea to take IDE they like and make it possible to use it for Mainframe development tasks. Since that day, the idea had transformed as they tried, made mistakes, changed directions but finally individuals became a team and that idea became a project. Later on, they joined Zowe Open Mainframe project. Somehow, I have relation to this entire story and promote Zowe Explorer for IntelliJ IDEA. I am also a speaker at conferences such as SHARE, GSE UK, PDUG and present DevOps, Open Source and other solutions and services for Mainframe. As an Open Mainframe Ambassador, I would do my best to inspire more people to contribute on Zowe. They would bring new fresh ideas for Mainframe developers.