As I wrap up my journey at IBM this week, I reflect on the many years spent here. It's time for a break, and I've gathered a collection of photos that capture the great moments and incredible people I've had the privilege to work with. I hope some of my connections cherish these memories as much as I do. Wishing everyone all the best as I take this time to enjoy the summer. Thank you to all.
It has been one of the privileges of my career to have worked for you, and I am genuinely grateful for the foundation you helped me build, the opportunities you created, the belief you instilled in me, and the encouragement to always push beyond what I thought possible. Those lessons have stayed with me long after our time working together. As you close this remarkable chapter at IBM, I hope you know the lasting impact you've had, not just on the business, but on the people fortunate enough to have been part of your team. Wishing you every success in whatever comes next. And I'm proud to call you a friend.
A fantastic career and you have deserved every step of this, I may have only worked alongside you for a short period of time and in the earlier years of IBM but your impending success was evident back then and throughout the years. Your selfless commitment to others is incredible and you can now take some time to reflect and invest in yourself. Enjoy the freedom and looking forward to the next chapter.
Its a reminder that the connections built matter most in the pursuit of business success.
Hello Sean, It feels a bit strange to realize that I’ve reached a point in my working life where I’m saying goodbye to more and more business contacts. On one hand, it’s a little sad to think that after so many interactions, conversations, and shared laughs over the years, our paths may not cross (as often) again. On the other hand, it’s comforting to know that many are moving on to enjoy new opportunities and the many rewards life has to offer. It has been a privilege meeting you at so many IBM events. Thank you for always being approachable, helpful, and supportive, it has always been most appreciated. Wishing you and your family all the best for what lies ahead. Best regards, Mark PS send me the correct number for if i ever need to get hold of a friendly Air Ambulance helicopter ;-)
All the best Sean, a long time since we worked together - you were always so supportive of the technical community and to me personally as I switched tracks in SSO times - you probably don’t remember but you gave me the blessing to drop everything and take on my first Architect role and the rest was history - thank you 🙏 Enjoy the next chapter 🥂
Those were great moments and super memories of work and fun that made our clients appreciate IBM even more and strengthened their loyalty and collaboration with us.
What a journey:-) see you soon for a catch up
Sean, I had the privilege of sharing a stage with you and was indeed great to collaborate, though for a brief period. Thought I will add this pic to your collection of memories 😊. Wishing you all the very best for your next chapter
It has been such a pleasure working with you when we launched the Technology Garage in Italy (now Client Engineering)! Those were exciting times and I have fond memories of that journey together! Thank you for your leadership and support over the years.
Sean Flanagan thanks for the cooperation during the past years. I recognized my self on some pictures and these brought back nice memories. ( certainly those in Sydney) I hope that going through all the pictures to create this overview, also brought back some nice memories ( and some sad ones to those we have lost...) to you enjoy the your life without IBM !