Why is that unix sysadmin so surly?  Why does he look like that?  Did he bathe today?  Twenty years of experience as a unix sysadmin who isn’t a troll and who isn’t a hack and who holds a few college degrees and certifications prompted me to ask these questions for all of us.  Why are…

Studies show that the most diverse teams are also the most successful teams. Working with people who differ from each other challenges people's preconceived notions about how the world works and it forces people to step outside their comfort zones and consider new thought processes.  In this session we will discuss how to build diverse…

Studies show that the most diverse teams are also the most successful teams. Working with people who differ from each other challenges people's preconceived notions about how the world works and it forces people to step outside their comfort zones and consider new thought processes.  In this session we will discuss how to build diverse…

Why is that unix sysadmin so surly?  Why does he look like that?  Did he bathe today?  Twenty years of experience as a unix sysadmin who isn’t a troll and who isn’t a hack and who holds a few college degrees and certifications prompted me to ask these questions for all of us.  Why are…

Having the technological skills just doesn’t cut it these days. To be successful in today’s environment you need to be able to stand out in the crowd. The ability to clearing articulate your message, present your findings/system improvements needed, and stand up in front of executive leadership is absolutely a most have. This presentation will…

Companies today ‘breathe’ data, and it is one of the most important assets of any business. The DBA stands at a critical juncture as both guardian and gatekeeper of this lifeblood. As gatekeeper the DBA has an often under-appreciated potential as enabler and information hub. Working from this premise the session discusses this mindset and…

Companies today ‘breathe’ data, and it is one of the most important assets of any business. The DBA stands at a critical juncture as both guardian and gatekeeper of this lifeblood. As gatekeeper the DBA has an often under-appreciated potential as enabler and information hub. Working from this premise the session discusses this mindset and…

Having the technological skills just doesn’t cut it these days. To be successful in today’s environment you need to be able to stand out in the crowd. The ability to clearing articulate your message, present your findings/system improvements needed, and stand up in front of executive leadership is absolutely a most have. This presentation will…

Having the technological skills just doesn’t cut it these days. To be successful in today’s environment you need to be able to stand out in the crowd. The ability to clearing articulate your message, present your findings/system improvements needed, and stand up in front of executive leadership is absolutely a most have. This presentation will…

Ever thought about acquiring a mentor to further your IT career, or about becoming a mentor to help others? What should you expect in a healthy mentor-mentee relationship?  This session offers guidelines on - Types of mentor programs - How to choose a mentor, or a mentee - What to expect as a mentee and…