Event Date
April 17, 2024
Time
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
About Event
Join us for an exclusive seminar led by industry experts Mike Jacobs and Justin Loeber, dedicated to strengthening and optimizing your IBM i environment. Discover invaluable insights on maintaining system integrity and enhancing security measures. Mike will unveil strategies for uninterrupted IBM i operation, unveiling tools like hardware replication and Live Partition Mobility to minimize downtime and manage costs effectively. Meanwhile, Justin offers a hands-on approach to IBM i security checks, equipping you with practical guidance and tools for a comprehensive system assessment. Perfect for IBM i professionals at all levels, this event promises to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to conquer any challenge and elevate your technological prowess. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best and master your IBM i domain!
Schedule
When you least expect it, expect it
Discover how leveraging advanced IBM i tools can drastically reduce or eliminate downtime, ensuring your system's resilience without breaking the bank.
5:00 PM
Networking & Cocktail Hour
Connect and enjoy our open bar.
6:00 PM
Dinner & Q&A
Interactive session over dinner.
7:00 PM
DIY IBM i Security Assessment
Learn to conduct your own IBM i security assessment with our practical guide, empowering you with the tools for a thorough audit.
8:00 PM
Session Ends
Wrapping up with gratitude
9:00 PM
What Will You Learn?
Advanced Techniques in IBM i Systems Management
Explore cutting-edge strategies for optimizing system performance, managing resources efficiently, and implementing advanced automation techniques to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
Proactive Security Measures for IBM i
Learn proactive approaches to IBM i security, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and access control strategies, empowering you to safeguard your critical business data and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
Harnessing the Power of IBM i Integration
Discover how to leverage the integration capabilities of IBM i to seamlessly connect with other platforms, applications, and databases, enabling enhanced interoperability, data sharing, and business process automation for greater agility and innovation.
Keynote Speakers
Justin Loeber
Owner / CEO at Kisco Systems
Justin is the CEO of Kisco Systems, a renowned developer of IBM i security and compliance software. At Kisco, he leads the mission to secure every IBM i system by prioritizing education within the IBM i community about security measures, consistently enhancing product offerings, and delivering unmatched value. With a profound history in the IBM midrange sphere, stemming from his family's establishment of Kisco Systems in 1984, Justin transitioned to Kisco in 2021 after a successful career in web applications and IT leadership, including various CIO roles. His decision to join Kisco reflects his commitment to steering the company towards an exclusive focus on IBM i security solutions.
Michael Jacobs
IBM i Architect at United HealthCare
Mike Jacobs brings a wealth of experience to IBM i Systems Management, tracing his journey back to the AS/400 era with V2R1. Over the years, he has lent his expertise to esteemed organizations such as Home Insurance, EMI-Capitol Records, JP Morgan Chase, and presently, United HealthCare, where he serves as their IBM i Architect. Mike's professional journey includes a myriad of accomplishments, from orchestrating OS upgrades and hardware migrations to leading Production/DR Role swaps and implementing advanced security measures like encrypted communications. Notably, he has played pivotal roles in industry groups, serving as a senior co-chair of the Large User Group (LUG) and president of LISUG, where he currently serves on the board. Beyond his professional pursuits, Mike shares his passion for creativity at craft shows with his wife, Joanne, showcasing her remarkable artwork.