Inside Data Centre Podcast

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Muhammad Khan, Studio Director at Stephen George & Partners LLP. After graduating in architecture at the University of Strathclyde, Muhammad has gone on to develop a successful career in the industry and he now has a focus on mission critical projects. We discuss how Muhammad's enjoyment of art resulted in him pursuing a career in architecture, how he initially gained exposure to the data centre industry, and how the design of data centres continues to develop as the industry expands.We then discuss Muhammad's role in mentoring the future generation of architects, how important this is to ensure knowledge is shared across the industry, and how we need to ensure that everyone is aware of the career opportunities within the data centre sector.Muhammad is a great example of someone who is keen to ensure his knowledge is shared across the industry to future proof the talent working in the sector. The more we share, the more we learn!   Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Nigel Clarkson, Co-Founder and Global Head of Property at Stratus Data Centres. Nigel is a data centre entrepreneur with extensive experience developing facilities and platforms across the globe.We discuss how Nigel left Australia to go backpacking across Europe and ended up joining British Telecom where he first gained exposure to data centres. We talk through Nigel's experience developing data centre platforms for major investors and how the industry has changed throughout his career.Finally we discuss the plans for Stratus Data Centres and the challenges they face as they develop a major data centre platform across the world. We discuss the demands from the clients, the challenges faced in different locations, and how speed to market is essential in the current climate. This discussion gives a great insight into how the data centre industry has developed and the challenges faced when developing data centres in a data driven world.  Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jen Reininger, Senior Consultant for ESD in the US. Jen has developed a successful career in the data center industry and is now in a position that has great exposure to the activity in the US and other global markets.We discuss how Jen first entered the data center industry, how she worked her way up within Cyrus One, and why she made the decision to join ESD. We also look at diversity in the industry, how the approach to diversity has developed, and what the industry can do to attract a more diverse workforce.Finally we discuss the data center market in the US and what challenges are currently faced by those organisations expanding in the region. This is a great open discussion about Jen's career and the challenges faced by the industry. Jen has an excellent perception of the industry and some great ideas on how the industry can adapt as it rapidly expands. Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Phillip Marangella, Chief Marketing Officer for EdgeConneX.  Phillip has developed a highly successful career in the data center industry and he is now a senior leader in an organisation at the forefront of data center development across the US and Europe. We discuss how Phillip first entered the data centre industry, how his career has developed, and what the industry can do to attract more talent including a discussion around a college programme he helped to establish with the Infrastructure Masons. We also discuss the challenges faced by the industry around sustainability and improving user experience.EdgeConneX are a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation that now has a footprint across the US and in Europe. Phillip discusses how the organisation has evolved and what they are doing to maintain their position as a market leader.Enjoy!Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Lee Kirby, Chairman and Co-Founder of Salute Mission Critical. Lee has led an amazing life having spent the majority of his life in the United States Army Reserve while also developing a successful career in data centers. Lee began his career in the military and then moved into the world of networking and data centers. After developing a successful career in the data center industry Lee then made the decision to form Salute Mission Critical. Salute Mission Critical was built by veterans for veterans and it offers an amazing opportunity for former military personnel to join the data center industry. We discuss the reasons why Lee established the organisation, the excellent training they provide, how they have adapted in the last 12 months, and what the future looks like for the company. Lee also provides some amazing examples of people who have benefited from his organisations great work. Lee also offers some excellent leadership advice that can help us all become better leaders.  Enjoy!Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by David Davies, Associate for Arup in the critical systems division.  David graduated in engineering at the University of Cardiff and started his career with Arup. After working in the buildings division David gained exposure to data centres and he hasn't looked back.  We discuss why David chose a career in engineering, how he gained exposure to data centres, how the industry has evolved, and how he has established an in house training course to create the next generation of data centre design engineers. David has an excellent insight into the design and delivery element of data centres and his market leading training course is a great example of how the industry can adapt to create the engineers of the future. Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Ed Cooke, CEO and Managing Partner of Conexus Law. Ed trained in law at Cardiff University and followed in his fathers footsteps into the construction industry. He went on to develop a highly successful career in the legal side of construction and development, and this resulted in Ed establishing his own practice, Conexus Law. We discuss why Ed established his own specialist legal practise, what the main legal challenges are in the sector, what impact the pandemic has had on the industry, and his views on the future of the industry. Ed has a really unique insight of the data centre industry and he raises some excellent points on how we can all help to manage the challenges faced by the sector.You can contact Ed on LinkedIn or via his company website - https://www.conexuslaw.com/ Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Jon Healy, Operations Director of Keysource. Jon graduated in electrical engineering and joined Keysource straight from university. Over 15 years he has progressed from engineer to director and is now responsible for driving and developing the company.  We discuss how having exposure to a number of roles in the company has helped develop a rounded view of the industry and  how you need to take the opportunities that present themselves when looking to develop your career. We then discuss the Keysource state of industry report and how 2020 has reshaped the data centre industry. We discuss the drivers for growth in the industry, the challenges faced as it expands, and how the industry will be shaped in 2021 and beyond. Jon is a great example of how you can develop your career within one organisation and he has an excellent view of the UK and European data centre market. Enjoy! You can view the report here -https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hubfs/4376452/Resources/Keysource%20State%20of%20the%20Industry%202020%20Download.pdfSupport the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textIn this episode I am joined by Stephen Beard, Head of Data Centres EMEA & APAC at Knight Frank. Steve followed his family members into the world of real estate and his interest in tech lead him towards the data centre industry. We discuss how Steve started his career, how he was first exposed to data centres and how data centres has become much more visible in the world of real estate. We then discuss the Knight Frank & DC Byte report that looks into the state of the market in Europe. Steve has an excellent insight into the European and APAC data centre regions.  If you want a quick snapshot of the market then this is well worth a listen!Check out the report here -  https://www.dcbyte.com/knight-frank-data-centres-report/Q2-2020 Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

Send us a textOn this Episode I am joined by Benoit Poisseroux, Senior Construction Planner in the data centre and high technology sectors. Benoit has worked on a number of data centre projects across Europe and has an excellent insight in to the workings of planning major high technology projects. We discuss how Benoit went from being an alpine hunter in the French military to a construction planner on major projects, what it is like to plan to a hyperscale project, how the change in data storage continues to influence the data centre industry, how companies need to focus on retention as well as recruitment, and how the industry needs to be more open to people from other sectors. Benoit has some excellent views on what it is like to work in the DC sector and how the sector needs to adapt as it continues to expand. Support the showThe Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies. To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect