Global Mainframe Speaker Repository

Bridging expertise and opportunity across the global mainframe ecosystem.

The Global Mainframe Speaker Repository is a community-driven directory designed to connect technical experts with the people who need them. From academic instructors and student groups to international event organizers, this platform provides a direct line to the voices shaping the future of the mainframe—anywhere in the world.

Our Mission

Empowering the next generation of mainframe talent requires a borderless approach to knowledge sharing. We built this repository to:

• Empower Educators Globally: Bridge the gap between academia and industry by making it easy to find veterans who can bring real-world context to classrooms.

• Support Students Everywhere: Provide students and technical clubs with direct access to mentors and speakers who can offer career guidance and technical insights.

• Amplify Diverse Experts: Offer a global platform for specialists to showcase their expertise, share unique regional perspectives, and give back to the worldwide community.

• Centralize Our Greatest Asset: Simplify the way we discover and contact subject matter experts, ensuring that vital technical knowledge remains accessible to everyone, regardless of geography.

Name	Region	Core Topics	Available For	Contact (LinkedIn, Git, etc)
			Virtual Only
Kelsey Colberg	NA	Career Development and Education	Virtual & Local	Connect with me on LinkedIn
Scott McFall	NA	Systems Programming, Development & Database Administration	Virtual & International	Connect with me on Linkedin