Brad Topol

Dr. Brad Topol is a prominent figure in the tech industry, serving as a key leader in Kubernetes development and advancement.

Brad is deeply involved with Kubernetes, contributing to its evolution as a Kubernetes contributor and playing essential roles such as a member of the Kubernetes Conformance Workgroup and Kubernetes Documentation Maintainer.

With a rich background in technology and advocacy, Brad also holds the title of Developer Advocate CTO for Kubernetes and container technologies at IBM, overseeing various advocacy initiatives and driving the adoption of container and Kubernetes technologies globally.

In addition to his contributions to Kubernetes, Brad has a strong history in open-source projects, having been a member of the OpenStack Foundation Board of Directors, an OpenStack core contributor, and a lead for the OpenStack Interoperability Challenge effort.

In his educational journey, Brad pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science at Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science at Emory University.

Currently, Brad holds the position of IBM Distinguished Engineer, focusing on Open Technology and fulfilling the role of Developer Advocate CTO for Kubernetes Technologies at IBM. He has also held various distinguished roles within IBM, showcasing his expertise and leadership in technology.