Naomi Ceder is the outgoing chair of the Python Software Foundation Board of Directors. She is also author of the Quick Python Book, 3rd Ed, and has taught Python to diverse audiences for many years. She has helped organize PyCon North America and PyCon UK, originating the poster sessions, Education summit, Intro to Sprinting Workshop, and Las PyCon Charlas. Naomi is also the Open Source Development Manager for Dick Blick Art Supplies.