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IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

  • 1.  IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 11:36 AM
    Edited by Collins Ronoh Fri June 17, 2022 02:15 PM

    At the Summer Learning Sprint, we just ran the IBM Champion session where we were joined by the amazing @Steven Perva who spoke on his journey to become an IBM Champion. The IBM zSystems Student Ambassadors who attended, were able to gain:

    • @Steven Perva illustrious career journey
    • Insights on what it means to be an IBM Champion
    • The opportunity to meet an IBM Champion and experienced Mainframe Innovation Engineer @Steven Perva. 
    • Tips and tricks on how to become an IBM Champion

    We asked those who attended to share what their takeaways were from the session:

    Student optional reply format:

    I'm thrilled to have just attended the [session] with [ambassador/speaker]. Takeaways I had from attending this session were…

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    Collins Ronoh
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  • 2.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:20 PM
    Edited by Felipe Flores Fri June 17, 2022 12:35 PM
    It is inspiring to meet someone like Steven, because it makes me know everything that is behind the success of a person. Also it's great to know about opportunities like this because in this way you can know the possibilities.

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    Felipe Flores
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  • 3.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:20 PM
    I really felt inspired by Steven to continue with my dreams and goals, thx:)

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    Felipe Sanchez
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  • 4.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:22 PM
    I'm thrilled to have just attended the IBM Champion session with Steven Perva. Takeaways I had from attending this session were how sometimes journey in the tech can be so unexpected yet fun.

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    Yaju Shrestha
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  • 5.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:22 PM
    I loved hearing about his journey and how he got to be where he is, really very inspiring to continue to reach that achievement and more opportunities for my career.

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    Paola Medrano
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  • 6.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    IBM Champion
    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:32 PM
    Steven was amazing and I got my queries cleared, the session was very much exciting and fun. And now I am much more focused towards my career goals.

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    Rituraj Mahato
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  • 7.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    IBM Champion
    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:33 PM
    Diversification was the key takeaway for me. And it was great to hear that one doesn't necessarily have working experience in the industry in order to be an IBM Champion, taking our own zSystems Ambassador @Lella Halloum as the best example.​

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    Sabine Diemt
    Student
    FernUniversität Hagen
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  • 8.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    IBM Champion
    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:37 PM
    Thank you @Steven Perva ​​for sharing your experience with us. Your story is inspiring to say the least. I loved to hear about your journey as a gaming enthusiast to an IBM Champion! Keep inspiring!

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    Sugam Kafle
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  • 9.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:38 PM
    It was very interesting to listen to Steven, I think IBM has a lot of growth opportunities and hearing stories like Steven's or other champions is great, it motivates us to continue on the path of technology and keep learning.

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    [Daniel Alejandro] [Morales Castillo] [IBM Z Systems Ambassador]
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  • 10.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:40 PM
    Steven gave an account of his illustrious career at IBM from his time in college. He presented in a very clear manner that made it easy to follow him. The main takeaway from his presentation is that there are many opportunities in IBMz.

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    Kelvin Ongaga
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  • 11.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 12:45 PM
    Edited by Mathias Okley-Mensah Fri June 17, 2022 03:22 PM
    Great inspiration! @Steven Perva. I aspire to be a​ champion in my journey in the tech space. Thank you for sharing your story through this interactive session.

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    Mathias Okley-Mensah
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  • 12.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 01:08 PM
    I'm thrilled to have just attended the IBM Champion session with Steven Perva. Takeaways I had from attending this session were the tips on how to become an IBM champion, overcoming obstacles, and the amazing opportunities and benefits IBM has.

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    Lepepeule Maanaso
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  • 13.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 01:43 PM
    It is so nice to hear about an inspiring story like this from Steven. 
    appreciating it!

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    Fatima Barakeh
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  • 14.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 02:02 PM
    It was inspiring to meet, discover and learn. A great day with a lot of knowledge, a unique opportunity to gain knowledge.

    Thanks a lot!!!!


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    Vagner Bellacosa
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  • 15.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    IBM Champion
    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 03:23 PM
    Thanks so much to everyone for the honor of being able to tell you about my career, my experience as an IBM Champion, and the power of a career in IBM Z. It was an absolute pleasure and I am very excited to see the types of challenges and successes you share with the world. Reading your responses and the positive feedback during the session has been very encouraging and inspiring for me. 

    I am always available through LinkedIn, Twitter, or even here on the IBM Community hub if anyone has any questions or thoughts that they feel I might be of use with.

    Once again, I appreciate your time and attention. Continue doing incredible things!

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    Steven Perva
    Sr Mainframe Innovation Engineer
    Ensono
    Chicago IL
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  • 16.  RE: IBM Champion session - IBM zSystems Student Ambassador Summer Learning Sprint

    Posted Fri June 17, 2022 03:37 PM
    A Friday of great exchange of ideas. I am very grateful to IBM and its IBMers for their care, attention and dedication in their task of spreading knowledge.

    Helping padawans to know and discover more about the Mainframe universe, passing through the 3270 emulators, Zowe and entering the soft skills, helping in personal communication, presentation and behavior.

    Thank you very much from the heart, gratitude always

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    Vagner Bellacosa
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