KitOps Champions
Join the elite community shaping the future of AI/ML model packaging
Our mission:
We're building more than just
technology—we're cultivating a movement.
The KitOps Champions program brings together the brightest minds in MLOps, DevOps, and AI engineering to accelerate the adoption of standardized model packaging. Our Champions aren't just users; they're co-creators, thought leaders, and evangelists who believe in making AI/ML operations as seamless as modern software development.
By fostering a community of technical excellence, creative innovation, and collaborative spirit, we're setting new standards for how models are packaged, shared, and deployed across the industry. Together, we're making AI more accessible, reproducible, and production-ready for organizations worldwide.
Meet the Champions
Three paths to excellence, one unified mission
Technical Champions
The builders and architects who contribute code, create tools, and mentor new contributors. They're in the trenches making KitOps better every day through PRs, technical documentation, and hands-on guidance. These champions ensure our technology remains cutting-edge and our community stays technically strong.
Thought Leaders
Industry influencers who speak at conferences, publish insights, and shape the narrative around model packaging. They bridge the gap between technical innovation and business value, helping enterprises understand why standardized model operations matter for their AI strategy.
Community Champions
The voice of KitOps across social platforms, creating engaging content that makes complex concepts accessible. Through tutorials, livestreams, and viral posts, they grow our community and ensure everyone—from students to senior engineers—can participate in the model packaging revolution.
Events Feed
Upcoming events hosted by KitOps Champions
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Cloud Native Kochi February Online Meetup, Managing AI/ML Model Provenance and Compliance with KitOps
ChampionsJoin Cloud Native Kochi for a virtual session on managing AI/ML model provenance and compliance using KitOps. Learn how to standardize your ML workflows with OCI-compliant ModelKits and establish proper governance for your AI/ML operations.
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DevOpsCon Amsterdam Platform Engineering Summit, Unsigned, Unverified, In Production: The State of ML Supply Chains
ChampionsGorkem Ercan explores the critical gap in ML supply chain security, showing how production ML systems deploy unverified models from Hugging Face with zero attestation. Learn practical approaches to implementing signing, verification, and provenance tracking for ML artifacts using existing tools like OCI registries, Sigstore, and admission controllers.
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OCX Conference, Unsigned, Unverified, In Production: The State of ML Supply Chains
ChampionsGorkem Ercan explores the critical gap in ML supply chain security, showing how production ML systems deploy unverified models from Hugging Face with zero attestation. Learn practical approaches to implementing signing, verification, and provenance tracking for ML artifacts using existing tools like OCI registries, Sigstore, and admission controllers.
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Why Become a Champion?
The benefits go far beyond swag and recognition
Shape the Future of MLOps
As a Champion, you don't just use KitOps—you influence its direction. Your feedback shapes our roadmap, your use cases drive new features, and your voice matters in every major decision. You're not just along for the ride; you're helping steer the ship.
Accelerate Your Career
Being recognized as a KitOps Champion opens doors. It's a credible signal of your expertise in MLOps and model packaging. Champions have landed speaking gigs, new roles, and consulting opportunities simply by being part of this exclusive group.
Join an Elite Network
Connect with the top 50 minds in model packaging globally. Our private channels, exclusive events, and collaborative projects create relationships that extend far beyond KitOps. This isn't just a program—it's a career-long network of innovators.
Get Exclusive Access
Champions see everything first—new features, strategic partnerships, industry trends. You'll have direct access to our leadership team, early previews of major announcements, and the inside track on where the industry is heading.
Make a Real Impact
Your contributions directly affect thousands of developers and data scientists worldwide. Whether you're writing code, creating content, or building community, you're helping make AI/ML more accessible and production-ready for everyone.
Grow as a Leader
Through mentorship opportunities, speaking engagements, and community leadership, you'll develop skills that transcend technical ability. Champions become better communicators, teachers, and leaders—skills valuable in any career path.
