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  • 1.  [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 01/22/26 02:40 PM

    I'm giving a presentation to the Cronos group in Belgium on project Bob (February 5th)

    Would there be a possibility to get a Bob t-shirt that I can wear during the presentation, just to make my point more clearly :)

    I didn't get one from TechXchange this year, just stickers.



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    Matthias Blomme
    Integration Specialist
    Integration Designers
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  • 2.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 01/27/26 03:25 PM

    That would be very interesting. I have already given several presentations to interested parties, and that would be very nice...



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    Uwe Graf
    Lead Modernization Architect
    EasiRun Europa GmbH
    Usingen
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  • 3.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/03/26 05:28 PM

    I'm not aligned with Project Bob - but a T-shirt would be cool!  Wanted to drop in that years ago getting IBM merch as a partner was easy.  Partners and especially champions are huge brand advocated for IBM.  It would be great if this could be reinvigorated.  Branding on demand isn't overly expensive in the scheme of things but would come with some global logistical challenges.  Perhaps this is somethingthat could be considered within the partner tiers and Champions Program with an included budget per tier and the ability to pay beyond the budgeted amount??   



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    Michael Kasteel
    Director – ESG & Industry Solutions
    ISW
    0402830412
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  • 4.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/04/26 12:10 AM
    +1

    I was lucky to get an IBM Power T at TXC, but especially Bob would be cool.

    A wouldn't mind paying for some IBM merch - so a web-shop would be nice. Maybe with "coupon" codes for partners and champions. But I think worldwide delivery would be a real challenge.


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  • 5.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/04/26 07:53 PM

    Coupon codes are a good idea.  It would make it way easier than trying to integrate something into the partner portal for ordering.  Re global delivery I wonder if doing this within the regions and having a handful of approved regional suppliers might be the solution.  Not too complex to manage, Coupons can me made available/requested through the Partner portal and ordered directly through the regional supplier?  Also lets not forget IBM  are already doing this in part, I see IBMers in merch so it's already coming from somewhere....



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    Michael Kasteel
    Director – ESG & Industry Solutions
    ISW
    0402830412
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  • 6.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/04/26 09:14 AM

    This is a great point. Like most of you, I travel a lot and wear branded partner stuff through airports, events, etc. It's great visibility for the partner, especially with new projects or offerings. 



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    Steve Mirman
    Partner Solutions Architect
    Amazon Web Services (AWS)
    Charlotte NC
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  • 7.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/04/26 07:26 PM

    Hi Steve and Michael,

     

    I just wanted to chime in on the conversation about IBM Champion merchandise. I have fond memories of carrying around the backpack with the "IBM Champion" logo-it was a real "badge of honor" as I navigated airports, and I felt proud every time someone noticed it. Unfortunately, it seems like the quality has taken a bit of a hit lately. One of the straps tore loose at the bottom, so I haven't been able to carry it on my back anymore.

     

    I'm hoping this year brings a new opportunity to grab another backpack, so I can continue to proudly display the "IBM Champion" logo while I travel. The right gear really does make a difference, both for visibility and for champion spirit!

     

    Thanks for keeping this conversation going-and fingers crossed for some refreshed, durable swag soon.

     

    Best,

    Susan

     




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  • 8.  RE: [Request] Project Bob T-shirt

    Posted 03/04/26 07:47 PM

    Thanks Susan for you comments.  I agree quality makes a big difference.  I still have a Websphere shirt that must be about 10 years old.  It's perfect for travel, I can literally scrunch it in a ball, throw it in the bottom of my bag and it doesn't need to be ironed and hold it's shape.  I exclusively use it for travel now so I can prolong it's life!  

     



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    Michael Kasteel
    Director – ESG & Industry Solutions
    ISW
    0402830412
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