Earlier this year, IBM announced IBM TechXchange as the technical counterpart to IBM Think. The inaugural IBM TechXchange Conference will take place 11-14 September 2023 in Las Vegas and will bring together industry experts, thought leaders, clients and partners to discuss and share knowledge on the latest technology from IBM zSystems and the overall IBM portfolio.

We plan to have a robust agenda, with your support. The Call for Speakers is now open through May 15, and we are excited to invite our IBM Z and LinuxONE community of technical experts to submit a session that covers areas including:

• Resilient, Sustainable Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure

• Application Modernization

• IBM Z Data Modernization

• Enterprise AI

• Security

If you need help with your abstract, have questions on best practices, or just want to share an IBM zSystems topic you’d like to see covered, join the discussion and engage with IBMers, IBM Champions, and each other.

Share your expertise:

Speaking at IBM TechXchange provides you with a unique opportunity to share your technical expertise and experience with a wider audience. By presenting at the event, you can contribute to the conversation around IBM zSystems and help others learn from your insights.

1. Build your reputation: Speaking at a high-profile event like IBM TechXchange can help establish you as a thought leader in your field. You'll have the chance to network with other professionals and showcase your expertise to potential clients, partners, and employers.

2. Stay up to date on the latest trends: As a speaker, you'll have access to the latest research and insights in your area of expertise. You'll be able to learn from other speakers and attendees and stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices in IBM zSystems

3. Contribute to the community: IBM TechXchange is an inclusive community that values diversity, collaboration, and innovation. By submitting a speaking session, you can contribute to this community and help advance the conversation around IBM zSystems.

If you're interested in submitting a speaking session for TechXchange, here are a few tips:

1. Focus on your area of expertise: IBM TechXchange is looking for speakers who have technical knowledge and experience in one or more of the areas listed above. Your session should focus on a specific topic within these areas and provide actionable insights and best practices for attendees.

2. Be practical: Attendees are looking for practical advice and actionable insights they can apply in their work. Your session should provide concrete examples and strategies that attendees can use to improve their practices.

3. Be creative: Don't be afraid to think outside the box and come up with a unique or innovative session idea. IBM TechXchange is looking for fresh perspectives and new ideas that can help advance the conversation around IBM zSystems.

We look forward to seeing your submission! Deadline to submit is May 15th.