IBM Data Champion Program

IBM Welcomes 2009 Data Champions

Technical communities, Web sites, books, conference speakers and blogs all contribute to the success of IBM’s Data Management products. But these activities don’t run themselves. Behind the scenes there are dedicated and loyal individuals who put in their own time to run user groups, manage community Web sites, speak at conferences, post to forums and write blogs. Their time is uncompensated.

For 2009, IBM honors the commitment of 88 individuals with a special designation — Data Champion — as a way of showing our appreciation for the time and energy these exceptional community members expend.

Data Champions are objective experts. They have no official obligation to IBM. They simply share their opinions and years of experience with others in the field, and their work contributes greatly to the overall success of Data Management.

What does a Data Champion receive?

• Featured profile on the IBM Information Management Web site
• Special invitation to events
• Plaque honoring Data Champion status along with a virtual badge for e-mail signatures and community site recognition
• Data Champion contacts within the Data Management product development teams to facilitate communication with IBM labs
• Technical resources such as early and free access to Information Management software for personal use