About this podcast
The JDE Connection podcast series, hosted by Chandra Wobschall and Paul Houtkooper, serves as a valuable resource for the JD Edwards ecosystem. Our mission is to educate and inspire members of the JD Edwards community by conducting insightful interviews with various professionals, including Business Analysts (BAs), CNC experts, developers, and other knowledgeable participants. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne software and empower our audience with practical insights and knowledge.
Host Bios
Chandra Wobschall
Chandra is a Senior Business Analyst with BrightView Landscapes who began her career as an accountant and is still “recovering.” She made the move to IT (aka “The Dark Side”) in 2016 to engage her inner geek. She has over 15 years of JD Edwards experience with Financial, Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales Orders, Contracts and Job Costing modules. Chandra holds an MBA with an undergrad degree in Accounting. Outside the office, Chandra is passionate about running, workouts, sailboat racing, and doing agility with her dog, Rita. She currently serves on the Quest Board of Directors and is the Treasurer for her yacht club.
Paul Houtkooper
Paul is the Vice President of JD Edwards Product Development, leading the product development group for both EnterpriseOne and JD Edwards World. He has spent 26 years with JD Edwards, beginning his tenure in applications development helping to design solutions, such as Engineer To Order and Grower Contracts & Pricing. Like his podcast partner, Paul made the transition to “The Dark Side” in 2014 when he took over responsibility for JDE Tools Foundation. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, and outside the office, he is a passionate fly fisherman, golfer, poker enthusiast, and kenpo karate instructor.
