Introducing Josh Bander, Global Director of IBM i Partnerships at Rocket Software and IBM Champion for 2 years. Josh shares his deep appreciation for IBM i, citing its unmatched reliability, efficiency, and passionate user community. He compares it to modern technology by highlighting its long-lasting performance and minimal maintenance requirements. From forklift accidents to dusty warehouses, Josh recounts memorable stories that prove the platform’s durability and the dedication of those who support it.

Josh also talks about his favorite form of advocacy, podcasting. Where he gives voice to the IBM i community. He explains that his motivation to become an IBM Champion stemmed from realizing how vital yet underappreciated the platform is. By creating content and engaging with the community, he hopes to raise awareness and correct misconceptions about IBM i. One of his proudest achievements is launching his podcast, #IBMiEverywhere, which you can find in Youtube/Spotify. His podcast has allowed him to connect with a wide audience and give back meaningfully.

Lightning Round:

• Superpower:
  Time travel—so I could fix things and learn from history.
• Ice cream or cake?
  Ice cream cake 🙂
• Cats or dogs?
  Dogs all day.
• Morning or evening?
  Both—I don’t sleep much, haha.
• eBook or paper book?
  Paper.
• TV shows or movies?
  Neither... road cycling!
• A night out or a night in?
  Night in.
• Cannonball into the pool or dip a toe in first?
  CANNONBALL! 😄
• Go-to karaoke song?
  I cant sing to save my life, but if I could, Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay or Life Is a Highway the Rascal Flatts version
• Drive or fly?

Fly.

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