Event Date
February 21, 2024
Time
5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
About Event
Experience a captivating evening with IBM i's leading minds at LISUG's exclusive event featuring Doug Gibbs and Bill Starke. Dive into a dialogue about the forefront of technology, network with key industry figures, and uncover the future of IBM i through the lens of these renowned experts. Secure your place now for an event that promises to elevate your understanding and connections within the IBM i community.
Schedule
Pre-Session
Insightful presentations by our speakers.
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
Main Session
Deep dive into advanced topics.
8:00 PM
Session Ends
Wrapping up with gratitude
9:15 PM
What Will You Learn?
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Keynote Speakers
Bill Starke
Power Processor Chief Architect at IBM
William "Bill" Starke, an IBM Distinguished Engineer, has significantly influenced the architecture of IBM Power processors. With over thirty years at IBM, his expertise in developing cache hierarchies and memory systems for Power Systems has been crucial. His contributions have been key to the platform's robustness in virtualization and critical deployments, leading to the creation of the world's most powerful supercomputers.
Doug Gibbs
IBM i Offering Manager at IBM
Doug Gibbs's career at IBM has been a testament to innovation and adaptability. Starting as a support engineer in web trading, Doug's path led him to a prominent role at DWL, subsequently acquired by IBM, where he became a senior technical professional. His expertise evolved from master data management to steering the Coherent Accelerator Processor Interface (CAPI) for the Power Systems, marking his influence on IBM’s processing capabilities.