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Inside Data Centre PodcastData Centre Marketing Club - Cutting Through The NoiseSend us a textInside Data Centre Podcast – Data Centre Marketing Club: Cutting Through the NoiseIn this episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast, Andy Davis is joined by the co-founders of the Data Centre Marketing Club:Nicola HayesRory Flashman-WellsAdam NethersoleGiuseppe CaltabianoTogether, they discuss the creation of the Data Centre Marketing Club, its purpose, and why it’s a vital initiative for the data centre industry.Key Topics:Why the community was formed and the gap it aims to fillThe importance of marketing in shaping the futu...2025-05-0231 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastKirk Offel, CEO Overwatch & Co-Founder DCAC: The Peoples ConferenceSend us a textIn this episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast, Andy Davis is joined by Kirk Offel, CEO of Overwatch and Co-Founder of DCAC: The People’s Conference.They dive into the upcoming DCAC Europe Conference, taking place in Dublin on May 13th and 14th.Key Topics:How the idea for DCAC came about and the mission behind itWhat makes DCAC different from traditional data centre conferencesWhat attendees can expect from the Dublin eventHow to secure your tickets and be part of this unique experienceJoin us for a...2025-04-2935 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastData Centre News & GPU's - Episode 2Send us a textData Centre News & GPUs – Episode 2Andy Davis and Ben Baldieri are back with the second episode of Data Centre News & GPUs, breaking down the biggest stories from the past month.In this episode, they discuss:NVIDIA GTC – What were the key takeaways?Microsoft – Separating fact from fiction in the latest rumorsNew data centre developments – The most important announcementsData centre events – Why are they bigger than ever?Predictions - What happens next?!…and much more....2025-04-0446 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastLive at Kickstart 2025! The European Data Center landscape with Frank de Fremery & Lex Coors.Send us a textIn this special episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast, recorded live at Kickstart 2025, Andy Davis and Pieter Schaap are joined by two industry leaders:Frank de Fremery, Data Center Consultant.Lex Coors, Chief Data Center Technology and Engineering Officer, Digital Realty.Together, they explore the key factors shaping the European data centre landscape and discuss some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in the industry.Key Topics:Where to Build Next in...2025-03-2135 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastLive at Kickstart 2025! The CEO Session with Bela Waldhauser and Doug Loewe.Send us a textThis is the first of three special episodes recorded live at Kickstart Europe 2025, in association with Soben and co-hosted by Pieter Schaap.In this episode, Andy and Pieter are joined by two industry leaders:Bela Waldhauser, CEO of TelehouseDoug Loewe, CEO of Kao DataTogether, they share insights into what we can expect from the data centre sector in 2025, including:✅ The hottest locations for data centre growth across Europe✅ How...2025-02-2826 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastData Centre News & GPU's - Episode 1Send us a textData Centre News & GPUs – Episode 1Welcome to Data Centre News & GPUs, the new monthly podcast where Andy Davis & Ben Baldieri break down the latest developments in the world of data centres, GPUs, and AI infrastructure.In this episode, they dive into:NVIDIA – The latest moves from the GPU giant.Deepseek – What was that all about?Stargate – A closer look at this groundbreaking project.Paris AI Summit – Key takeaways from the event.LEAP 20252025-02-2136 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAndy Davis & Paul Hammer – Data Centre Club Nights: Time to empower the community.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Paul Hammer. We discuss our desire to reshape the networking and events space by creating an informal environment that is open for all.Paul shares his experience within the events space, and offers some inside views on how events are evolving within the data centre and tech spaces.Paul outlines his recent creation, Data & AI Nights, and we share our goals with the creation of Data Centre Club Nights.We both have a passion is the power of community and...2024-03-0127 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAndy Davis & Paul Hammer: Data Centre ClubSend us a textIn this one off special episode Andy Davis talks Data Centre Club with Paul Hammer of Uptime Punks.Data Centre Club is a community created to enable collaboration across the data centre sector. Paul and Andy discuss why Andy started the club, where the inspiration came from, what he hopes to achieve, and the five rules of data centre club. The first rule of data centre club is you must tell everyone about data centre club.Join the club - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12007257/ 2023-04-2434 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAndy Davis, Director DataX Connect: The inside view of the podcastSend us a textIn this weeks episode we turn the tables on Andy Davis. Rob Elder is the special guest host and he asks Andy about his experiences hosting the podcast over the previous two years.Like many others Andy fell into the data centre sector during his recruitment career and he hasn't looked back since. Andy outlines how the sector has changed and why he has become an advocate for all things data centres.Andy then outlines the story behind the podcast: why he made the decision to start the podcast...2022-10-0341 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJon Pettitt, Excool: Keeping Data Centres coolSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jon Pettitt, Chief Commercial Officer at Excool. We discuss Jon's career and how Excool keep the coolest sector in the world cool.. Jon shares how he started his career and how he ended up working in the data centre sector. He discusses how the sector has changed and how customers demands are constantly evolving.We then discuss Excool and the services they offer to the data centre sector. Jon discusses the importance of cooling and how technology has changed the way we c...2022-07-1136 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastMark Thiele, co-founder Edgevana: Decentralization of Data CentresSend us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Mark Thiele, co-founder of Edgevana. Mark has had a highly successful career in data centers and technology. He shares his views on how blockchain and web3 will impact the data centre sector as well as providing an insight to Edgevana.Mark shares his career story and outlines how he was able to develop such a successful career. He provides an insight to how the sector has changed during his career and also his main learnings along the journey.We then discuss...2022-07-0146 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastTony Grayson, Compass Quantum: 'It is four walls and a roof'..Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Tony Grayson, General Manager at Compass Quantum. We discuss Tony's career in the data centre sector and try to answer the all important question - what is Edge?Tony started his career as a submariner before making the transition to the data centre sector. Tony shares how his experience gained leading a submarine helped him to make the transition to the data centre sector.We then discuss 'Edge' - What does it actually mean? Why do we need Edge data centres? What...2022-06-2439 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJames Rix, Arcadis: Every email is 18 grams of carbon..Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by James Rix, Project Director & Global CoP Lead for Data Center at Arcadis. James shares a great insight to his career in the sector and also offers his views on a number of key topics.James started his career via an apprenticeship and found his way into the data centre sector in 2007. After a stint working in the APAC region James made his way back to the UK where he continued his career in the world of data centres.James shares an insight...2022-06-1739 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastLee Smith, Data Center Consultant: From South Africa to Northern Virginia.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Lee Smith, a data center consultant based in Northern Virginia, US. We discuss Lee's extensive career in the data center sector and a number of key topics in the sector today.Lee started his career in data centres in South Africa before making the move to the US. Lee shares how he developed his career and how the sector has evolved.The people are what make the data centre sector such a great place to work and Lee outlines how people have...2022-06-1042 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAndy Connor, Channel Director EMEA Subzero Engineering: A data driven approach to data centre efficiencySend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Andy Connor, Channel Director for EMEA at Subzero Engineering. Andy shares an insight to his career and a number of other discussion points within the data centre sector.Firstly Andy shares how he started his career and how he progressed to working in the data centre sector. Andy then shares his views on how the sector has changed across his career and the key learnings from his experience.Andy then discusses Subzero Engineering and how they are using a data driven approach...2022-05-2040 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastRhonda Ascierto, VP Research Uptime Institute: Data Center Career PathfinderSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Rhonda Ascierto, VP Research at Uptime Institute. We take a detailed look at the recently launched https://datacenterpathfinder.com/ and discuss why it is so important to the data centre sector.Firstly we discuss how Rhonda started her career and how she made the transition to the data centre sector. We also touch on diversity and how important it is that we continue to focus on attracting a diverse workforce.Then we discuss the Data Center Career Pathfinder. Rhonda outlines exactly what...2022-05-1335 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastPaul Finch, Chief Operating Officer Kao Data: Developing a Data Centre PlatformSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Paul Finch, Chief Operating Officer at Kao Data. Paul discusses his extensive career in the data centre sector and updates us on the latest news around the Kao Data platform.Firstly we cover Pauls career in the sector. Paul shares how he followed his fathers footsteps in to the world of construction and how he has progressed his career to his current role as COO of Kao Data. We then discuss Kao Data and the latest news around the UK based data c...2022-05-0644 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastRichard Dent, Sector Lead DataX Connect: Recruiting in the APAC region.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Richard Dent, Sector Lead at Data centre recruitment specialists DataX Connect. Richard shares an insight to recruiting in the APAC region and also offers his advice on how you can secure an opportunity in this ever expanding market.Richard shares how he started recruiting in the data centre sector and how his experience working in Hong Kong has benefited his understanding of the region.We then discuss the APAC region: Which regions are busy? Why are these regions busy? Where can we...2022-04-2935 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastArun Shenoy, CMO & SVP Global Sales, Serverfarm: What was your inspiration?Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Arun Shenoy, CMO & SVP Global Sales at Serverfarm. Arun has developed an excellent career in the data centre sector and he shares a great insight to how he was inspired to develop his career, and also offers his views on some key topics in the sector today.Arun shares what first inspired him in his school years and how he first entered the data centre sector. He then shares an insight to how the sector has changed throughout his career.We then d...2022-04-2248 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastTony Day, Data Centre Consultant: The changing face of the data centre sectorSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Tony Day, an independent data centre consultant with an extensive career in the data centre sector. Tony discusses how the sector has transformed across his career.Tony outlines how he first started his career in the sector and how his career developed. Tony shares an insight to his learnings across his career and how changes in the sector impacted his career development.We then discuss some of the current projects Tony is working on which includes some cutting edge technological developments.2022-04-0852 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAdam Bradshaw, Commercial Director ServerChoice: 100% Uptime data centresSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Adam Bradshaw, Commercial Director at ServerChoice based in the UK. Adam has extensive experience in the data centre sector and he shares a great insight to how the sector has changed and how it will continue to evolve in the future.Adam started his career as a technician before focussing on the sales and commercial aspects of the sector. He explains how he got the opportunity to work in the sector and his experiences of working for some of the first organisations to really...2022-04-0141 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastStephen Scott, CEO Datalec Precision Installations: In pursuit of perfection.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Stephen Scott, CEO at Datalec Precision Installations. Steve shares a great insight to the data centre sector and also Datalec as an organisation.Steve shares how his early career in the Navy helped shaped his career in the data centre sector and within leadership positions. He outlines why apprenticeships are so important and how others can develop successful careers in the data centre sector.Steve then shares an insight to Datalec and how they are on the pursuit for perfection. We discuss...2022-03-2539 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastRicardo Pariente & Matias Menichetti, Hyphen: Data Centre architects in Spain and Latin AmericaSend us a textIn this episode we are joined by Ricardo Pariente & Matias Menichetti from Hyphen. Ricardo & Matias are experienced architects within the Spanish & Latin American data centre markets. Ricardo & Matias outline how they started their career in the architecture sector and why data centres is such a great industry for an architect. They also share an insight to why more architects should look to join the data centre sector.We then discuss Hyphen and the work they conducting in the data centre sector. Ricardo & Matias outline the role of an architect i...2022-03-1831 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastSunita Bottse, CEO SUPERNAP Thailand: The most advanced data center in Thailand.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Sunita Bottse, CEO of SUPERNAP Thailand. Sunita shares an insight to her career, SUPERNAP Thailand, the importance of Thailand as a region, and also the challenges of diversity in the sector.Sunita outlines how she first started her career and how she made the transition to the data centre sector. Sunita also shares some excellent advice on how you can develop a successful career.We then discuss SUPERNAP Thailand. Sunita explains the importance of the facility, how they ensure they are at...2022-03-1135 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastFocusing on SpaceDC: The latest updates from SpaceDCSend us a textIn a special 'focussing on' episode we speak with Jeffrey Tay, EVP Strategic Partnerships at SpaceDC. Jeffrey shares the latest SpaceDC news updates from across the APAC region.Learn more about SpaceDC here - https://spacedc.com/First up we discuss SpaceDC new development in Manila, Philippines. The 72MW project will be the largest hyperscale data centre in the region. Jeffrey gives an overview of the project and shares an insight to how the project is adapted to achieve ESG targets.Jeffrey then shares some breaking news...2022-03-0923 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastBusiness Critical Solutions: Apprenticeships in the Data Centre sector.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by James Carmillet, Imogen Paton, and Dan Sheehan from Business Critical Solutions. We discuss the importance of apprenticeship schemes in the data centre sector.James outlines why BCS made the decision to invest in an apprenticeship scheme and how it has benefited them as an organisation. James outlines the process from how they find the candidates for the scheme to how they select who joins the scheme. We then speak with Imogen and Dan who are both currently working for BCS on the a...2022-03-0438 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJon Eaves, Founder & CEO, Edge Centres: The World’s only Off-Grid Data CentresSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jon Eaves, Founder & CEO of Edge Centres based in Australia. Jon gives a great insight to the Edge Data Centre sector.Jon explains how he started his career and how he has progressed to establishing his own Edge Data Centre platform across Australia. Edge Centres are a rapidly expanding edge data centre platform that has seen significant growth within their first 12 months. Jon explains how they have been able to expand so quickly and why they have targeted specific locations in Australia, a...2022-02-2544 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAmy Young, Sales Director, Custodian Data Centres: Data Centres & DiversitySend us a textOn this episode I am joined by Amy Young, Sales Director at Custodian Data Centres. Amy gives a great insight to how she has developed a successful career in the data centre sector and also Custodian Data Centres as an organisation. Amy started her career in recruitment before developing a successful career in sales. We discuss how the skills learnt in recruitment were transferable to sales and how Amy found her way in to the world of data centres. We then discuss Custodian Data Centres who are going through a...2022-02-1841 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastDan Pointon, Group CTO STT GDC: One of the fastest growing data centre providers.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Dan Pointon, Group CTO at ST Telemedia Global Data Centres. Dan is a leader within one of the fastest growing data centre providers in the world and he shares a great insight to his career and how STT GDC operate at such a rapid pace. Dan outlines how and why he started his career in electrical engineering and how his career has progressed to CTO level within an operator. Dan also offers some advice on how to make the move from a consultancy into a...2022-02-1137 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJames Veness, Chief Customer Officer, Hickory Data Centres: Digital Infrastructure in AustraliaSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by James Veness, Chief Customer Officer at Hickory Data Centres. James shares an insight to his career, Hickory Data Centres, and the general picture of data centre development within Australia.James outlines how he has developed his career and how he made the transition from the UK to Australia and finally in to the data centre sector. James also shares is advice on the importance of developing relationships and his learnings across his career.Hickory Data Centres are experiencing rapid growth across Australia...2022-02-0433 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJohn Booth, Carbon3IT Ltd: What is sustainability?Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by John Booth, a specialist data centre consultant at Carbon3IT Ltd. John has an excellent reputation within the sector and market leading knowledge on sustainability and how it impacts the data centre sector.John explains how he started his career in networking and how this resulted in a career in the data centre sector. John also shares his views on how the sector has changed during his career.We then discuss sustainability. John gives his views on exactly what sustainability is, why...2022-01-2851 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAndrew Stevens, President & CEO CNet Training - Leaving a legacy to the data centre sectorSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Andrew Stevens, President & CEO of CNet training. Andrew is very passionate about the data centre sector and he leads a market leading company within training and education. First we discuss how Andrew started his career and why he created CNet training. Andrew outlines how training has evolved across his career and why organisations are now putting a much greater emphasis on investing in employee development.We then cover the Digital Futures Programme and how Andrew was instrumental in establishing this industry first ed...2022-01-2141 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastPatrick Quirk, CTO Nautilus Data Technologies: Changing the Data Center environment.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Patrick Quirk, CTO Nautilus Data Technologies. Nautilus are on a quest to change the data centre environment and Patrick is leading the technological developments.Patrick outlines how he started his career in technology and why he made the decision to join Nautilus. He also offers some advice on how others can develop a successful career and progress to a leadership position.We then discuss Nautilus and the latest news from within the organisation. This includes the recent and future data centre developments...2022-01-1437 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastThe Digital Futures Programme: Developing the future talent for the data centre sector.Send us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Mike Halliday from ALET, Mike Hook from LMG, and Candace Rose from UTC Heathrow. We discuss the recently established Digital Futures Programme, a data centre training programme specifically focussed on 14-19 year olds.Firstly we discuss why the Digital Futures Programme was established and how the idea came about. The programme enables young people to gain an insight and education into the data centre sector.We then cover what the programme entails and discuss a recent challenge day that enabled to s...2021-12-1745 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastVlad-Gabriel Anghel, DCPRO Training: Developing the future generation of data centre talent.Send us a textOn this weeks episode I am joined by Vlad-Gabriel Anghel, Head of Product at DCPro Training. Vlad gives a great insight to the importance of training within the data centre sector.Firstly we discuss Vlad's career and how an interest in gaming and computers resulted in him studying computer science at university. Rather than following the normal route into software Vlad followed his passions and ended up in the world of data centres at DC Pro.We then discuss training in the data centre sector. What training is available...2021-12-1033 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastChad Harris, Whinstone Data Centers: Building a 700MW Bitcoin Mining Data CenterSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Chad Harris, CEO of Whinstone Data Centers. Chad leads the team building North Americas single largest Bitcoin mining and hosting data center, based in Rockdale Texas.Chad is a serial entrepreneur and we discuss how his extensive career in business resulted in the creation of Whinstone Data Centers. Chad also shares some insight on why entrepreneurs have that innate drive to be successful.We then cover Whinstone Data Centres, how they were created, what they do, why the facility is different from...2021-12-0336 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJoshua Au: Keeping the Digital Heart Pumping.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Joshua Au. Joshua has had an extensive career in the data centre sector and he is very passionate about improving the perception of the sector.First we discuss Joshua's career in the sector and how he has progressed to where he is today. Joshua is also the Singapore Chapter Lead for iMasons and therefore he has an excellent insight to the current trends within the region.We then discuss a number of key topics within the sector. Firstly we discuss the importance...2021-11-2642 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastMike West, Digital Infrastructure Advisors Ltd: How secure is your data centre?Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Mike West, CEO at Digital Infrastructure Advisors Ltd. Mike shares his insight on the data centre sector and his views on the importance of cyber security as the sector expands.Mike spent a number of years developing a company that specialised in the data centre sector. We discuss how he achieved the success and why learning and development was such a key component of the company.Mike now runs a specialist data centre consultancy, DIAL, that advises a number of companies within...2021-11-1933 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAngel Say, Resolve: Virtual Reality in Data CentresSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Angel Say, CEO at Resolve. Angel shares his insight on the use of Virtual Reality in the data centre sector.Angel started his career in the robotics sector before a victory in a hackathon sparked the idea to establish Resolve. Resolve is now solving problems on some of the most complex construction projects in the world, including data centres.We discuss how Virtual Reality can enhance the construction process and why there is a place for VR in the data centre sector. 2021-11-1234 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJim Hart, BCS: Technology & Power: The Energy ConundrumSend us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Jim Hart, CEO of Business Critical Solutions. We discuss the latest BCS report that looks into the challenges around technology and power.First we look back to our previous discussion where we reviewed the impact of covid on the data centre sector. Jim outlines what actually happened and whether this matched the findings in a previous report.Then we discuss the latest report, Technology & Power: The energy conundrum. Jim talks through the findings in the report and how the power challenge...2021-11-0530 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastGreg Hayden, Ethos Engineering: Going for GrowthSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Greg Hayden, CEO of Ethos Engineering based in Dublin, Ireland. Greg shares a great insight on two initiatives recently implemented by Ethos Engineering and also offers his views on a number of key topics in the data centre sector. Greg started his career as a trainee engineer and he has worked his way up to a CEO of a highly successful European design consultancy. We discuss how Greg got to where he is today and also what advice he would give to anyone looking t...2021-10-2241 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastMartin Murphy, AMS Helix: It’s the coolest sector in the worldSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Martin Murphy, Co-Founder and Partner at AMS Helix. Martin has had a highly successful career in data centres and he provides an excellent insight to the industry. Martin shares how he started his career in the data centre sector and how he worked his way to the COO of one of the worlds largest data centre real estate organisations. Martin then offers his views on how to develop your career to a senior leadership position.We then discuss why Martin recently made th...2021-10-1542 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastEmma Cordiner, Conexus: Data Centre Site Selection.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Emma Cordiner, Consultant Lawyer at Conexus. Emma has extensive legal experience within the real estate and data centre sectors. Emma offers her insight to the legal aspect of data centre site selection and acquisition. We discuss how Emma stated her legal career and what drew her to a role within the real estate sector. We then discuss how Emma ended up working in the data centre sector and how the sector differs from standard real estate.We then cover the site selection l...2021-10-0835 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJon Falker, Prime Data Centers: Developing a $1bn Data Center CampusSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jon Falker, Marketing Director at Prime Data Centers based in California. Amongst other topics we discuss the recently announced $1bn Data Center campus in Elk Grove, Chicago.Jon studied marketing at university before he started his career in marketing. We discuss why he followed a career in marketing and how his career has ended up working in the data center sector. Jon has worked in a number of fast-growth organisations and he gives his advice on how to best operate within a rapid growth o...2021-10-0131 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastScott McCarry: From Dunfermline to Dubai. Data Centres in the Middle East.Send us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Scott McCarry, Commercial Manager at Laing O'Rourke in Dubai. Scott has worked in the Middle East for the last 5 years and he has an excellent view of the current activity within this region.Scott entered the construction sector straight from college and studied a degree while working for a leading residential developer in Scotland. The global financial crash resulted in exposure to the data centre sector and what has followed is a career on some of the largest data centre projects across the...2021-09-2430 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastJeffrey Tay, SpaceDC: The growing importance of ESG.Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jeffrey Tay, Executive Vice President at Space DC based in Singapore. Jeffrey provides a great insight to the APAC region and the drive to improve sustainability and ESG (Environmental, social, and governance).Firstly we discuss how Jeffrey started his career as an engineer and entered the data centre sector. He quickly moved into a sales role and he has developed a highly successful career within strategy and development.We then discuss SpaceDC and their growth plans within the APAC region. Jeffrey outlines t...2021-09-1738 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastSteve Hayward, Cyrus One: We need to 'pull back the curtains'.Send us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Steve Hayward, Senior Director European Operations at CyrusOne. Steve shares his insights to the the operational side of data centres and his views on how the sector can move forward in the coming years.Steve started his career with an apprenticeship in the aviation engineering sector prior to developing a successful career in the data centre sector. Steve shares his advice on how you can transition from another sector to data centres and why the skills you gain in other sectors can be...2021-09-0339 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastEric Bell, Baxtel.com: Creating a data centre communitySend us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Eric Bell, CEO and Founder of data center information platform Baxtel.com. Eric has created a data center community platform that provides insight and information to the data centre sector. We discuss how Eric started his career in the sector and why he decided to establish Baxtel. Eric outlines how he took the concept from an idea to a reality. We then discuss a number of trends within the sector and how Baxtel.com can help customers make a more educated de...2021-08-2737 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastDavid Liggitt, DataCenter Hawk: An inside view of the Data Center sectorSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by David Liggitt, CEO & Founder of DataCenter Hawk. David offers a great insight into the current trends of the sector and what he is hearing from his own conversations with leaders in the industry. We discuss how David started his career in the data centre sector and how he took DataCenter Hawk from an idea to a reality.We then cover what DataCenter Hawk offers to the industry and why data is so important when making high value decisions. We also talk about...2021-08-2037 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastCathal Quinn, Moy Materials: The first line of defence of the building.Send us a textIn this weeks episode I am joined by Cathal Quinn, Group Commercial Director at Moy Materials. We discuss how a chance meeting in a bar resulted in Cathal choosing a career in sales and how he has progressed to his current role with Moy Materials.We then discuss the importance of the roof to the overall data centre and how it is not simply a ‘lid on a shed’.. We also cover the changing demands from customers, the importance of relationships, supply chain challenges, and the future of the...2021-08-1335 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastRees Westley, Business Critical Solutions: Utilities in Data CentresSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Rees Westley, Head of Utilities at Business Critical Solutions. We discuss Rees' career and the importance of utilities within the data centre sector.Rees worked in a variety of sectors before he made the move in to data centres. We discuss how he developed his career and how he found the transition to the data centre sector.We then discuss all things utilities. We talk about the importance of utilities to the location of a data centre, the ever growing power demand...2021-08-0636 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastAshley Buckland, JB Associates: You are only as good as your last jobSend us a textIn this episode I am joined by Ashley Buckland, Managing Director of JB Associates. We discuss Ashley's career and the changing role of a project management consultancy within the data centre sector. Ashley started his career within a major contractor and carried on his education while working in the industry. We discuss the benefits of studying while working and how having exposure to a number of roles can benefit your long term career.We then discuss JB Associates and the work they are doing within the data centre sector. W...2021-07-3043 min
Inside Data Centre PodcastPaul Haley - Spark New Zealand: The skills shortage storm cloud looms..Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Paul Haley, Chapter Lead - Critical Environments Operations at Spark in Auckland, New Zealand. We discuss Paul's career in the data centre sector and his recent article about the ongoing talent challenge.Paul has been working in the data centre sector for a number of years and he has great exposure to the operational aspect of the sector. We discuss how he started in the industry, how his role differs depending on the facility, and how his career has developed.We then d...2021-07-2337 min