At Domino Technologies, excellence is more than a goal—it’s a way of working, thinking, and leading. DB2 Product Specialist and Senior Consultant Perry Shindle consistently demonstrates exceptional enthusiasm.
This year, Perry reached a remarkable career milestone by earning the IBM Champion – 5 Year Milestone designation, a recognition reserved for innovative thought leaders who have demonstrated exceptional expertise and sustained contributions to the IBM technical community for half a decade or more.
What It Means to Be an IBM Champion
The IBM Champion program honors non-IBM professionals—developers, consultants, educators, and business leaders—who go above and beyond to advocate for IBM technologies, share their knowledge, and help others succeed.
Achieving the 5-Year Milestone is no small feat. It means Perry has been nominated and selected as an IBM Champion for five consecutive years, consistently meeting rigorous criteria that include:
- Evangelizing and advocating for IBM solutions
- Sharing expertise through speaking engagements, articles, and community forums
- Mentoring peers and nurturing professional networks
- Expanding reach across the IBM portfolio
- Providing valuable feedback to IBM teams
In short, Perry’s recognition reflects not just technical mastery but a sustained commitment to lifting others in the industry.
A Year of Learning and Leadership
Consistent with his character, Perry has remained proactive. The second half of 2025 has been a season of active engagement and professional growth for him.
In August, Perry attended the SHARE Conference in Cleveland, OH—a premier gathering for enterprise IT professionals and subject-matter experts. SHARE Cleveland brought together leaders from across the industry to explore new release capabilities, tackle pressing enterprise IT challenges, and exchange insights on the evolving technology landscape.
For Perry, it was an opportunity to deepen his expertise in DB2 and related technologies, connect with peers, and bring back fresh ideas to benefit our clients and projects.
The conference’s focus on mainframe innovation, security, and modernization aligns perfectly with Perry’s role. His participation ensures that our team stays ahead of the curve in delivering solutions that meet the complex demands of enterprise environments.
Looking Ahead: IBM TechXchange 2025
Next on Perry’s calendar is IBM TechXchange 2025, taking place October 6–9 in Orlando, FL. This is IBM’s flagship technical event of the year—a gathering designed for developers, data scientists, infrastructure experts, and technologists on a mission to build, innovate, and solve real-world challenges.
TechXchange offers hands-on labs, technical breakout sessions, product demonstrations, and certification opportunities. Attendees gain direct access to over 1,000 IBM experts, open-source leaders, and industry innovators. Specialized tracks cover everything from advanced AI techniques and quantum computing to application modernization, cloud integration, and cybersecurity.
For Perry, the event is more than a learning opportunity—it’s a chance to co-create with the very people shaping the future of IBM technologies.
And thanks to his IBM Champion status, his registration fee is waived. That’s right: IBM Champions attend TechXchange at no cost—a tangible acknowledgment of the value they bring to the IBM ecosystem.
Why Perry’s Achievements Matter to Us
Perry’s accomplishments are not just personal milestones—they’re a strategic asset to our company. His deep technical knowledge, combined with his ability to translate complex concepts into actionable solutions, strengthens our capacity to deliver exceptional results for clients.
His active participation in industry events ensures we remain connected to emerging trends, best practices, and the broader professional community.
Moreover, Perry’s recognition as an IBM Champion reinforces our company’s reputation for excellence. It signals to clients, partners, and peers that our team includes leaders who are trusted voices in the global technology conversation.
A Culture of Excellence
Highlighting Perry’s journey is part of our ongoing commitment to celebrating the people who make our company exceptional. We believe that investing in professional growth—whether through certifications, conferences, or community engagement—pays dividends in innovation, client satisfaction, and team morale.
Perry’s story is a reminder that excellence is not a one-time achievement, but a continuous pursuit. It’s about showing up, sharing knowledge, and contributing to something larger than oneself—and doing so year after year, with the same passion and dedication that earned recognition in the first place.
Congratulations, Perry
On behalf of the entire team, we congratulate Perry Shindle on his recent IBM Champion – 5 Year Milestone achievement and thank him for representing our company with distinction at SHARE Cleveland and soon at IBM TechXchange 2025.
We look forward to seeing the insights, connections, and innovations he will bring back from these experiences—and to celebrating many more milestones in the years ahead.