Data Center Revolution
Kirk Offel
The purpose of the Data Center Revolution Podcast is to create a meaningful connection with a sophisticated audience that is starved to learn more about the people leading innovation in our industry.
We invite you to join the DCR podcast, a long form conversation hosted by Kirk Offel, with some of the data center industry’s luminaries.
Every industry has "All Stars" and the data center industry is no different. Our goal with the Data Center Revolution podcast is to deep dive with these celebrities to uncover what inspires them to transform the data center industry.
We invite you to join the DCR podcast, a long form conversation hosted by Kirk Offel, with some of the data center industry’s luminaries.
Every industry has "All Stars" and the data center industry is no different. Our goal with the Data Center Revolution podcast is to deep dive with these celebrities to uncover what inspires them to transform the data center industry.
Episodes
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Sep 7, 2023 • 25min
Ep 59: Chicago has the Best Pizza and HotDogs with Sam Persico and Joseph Pinzon
We join back up with Overwatch CFO Sam Persico and Overwatch CSO Joe Pinzon as they get into the controversial topics of why Chicago pizza is the best and what makes Chicago hotdogs so special, and a call to the veteran community to consider joining the data center field.
Aug 31, 2023 • 49min
Ep 58: Chicago Born & Raised with Sam Persico and Joseph Pinzon
Overwatch CFO Sam Persico and Overwatch CSO Joe Pinzon sit down together to reminisce on their time growing up in Chicago
Aug 24, 2023 • 45min
Ep 57: Building Relationships and Unlocking Potential with Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer
Kirk is joined by former Marine sniper and Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, who discusses his journey from military service to becoming an entrepreneur and founder of "The Dash," promoting healthy living, purposeful lives, and emphasizing the importance of actions over judgments and unity over differences.
Aug 17, 2023 • 1h 18min
Ep 56: Courage and Sacrifice with Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer
Kirk is joined by former Marine sniper and Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, who reflects on his time serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, his team's engagement with the enemy that led to difficult choices and tragic outcomes, and eventually reaching a point of reflection and gratitude towards those who guided his path.
Aug 3, 2023 • 1h 4min
Ep 55: Empathy and Empowerment with Todd and Rebecca Frey
Kirk and guests Todd and Rebecca Frey discuss the challenges faced by military spouses, the importance of supporting them in their careers, and the initiatives taken by companies like Equinix to provide opportunities and resources for military spouses' professional growth.
Jul 27, 2023 • 1h 33min
Ep 54: The Power of Experience with Todd Frey
Kirk sits down with Todd Frey, Talent Acquisition at Equinix, to discuss his career, providing opportunities for transitioning service members, and his commitment to giving military service members experience and support in their transition to civilian careers.
Jul 20, 2023 • 57min
Ep 53: Creating a Passion for Technology with Nomad Futurist's Nabeel Mahmood and Philip Koblence
Kirk is joined by the co-founders of Nomad Futurist, Nabeel Mahmood and Philip Koblence, discussing their backgrounds, how they met, and their motivation to demystify technology and share industry stories to inspire and educate a younger generation about the data center industry.
Jul 13, 2023 • 52min
Ep 52: Balancing Ambition and Well-being with Kayla Remington
Kirk and Kayla Remington, consultant at Mission Critical and Construction, lessons on the industry she has learned along the way, cultivating the best team dynamics, and how collaboration has helped her achieve success.
Jul 6, 2023 • 50min
Ep 51: The Power of Mentorship with Kayla Remington
Kirk sits down with Kayla Remington, consultant at Mission Critical and Construction, to discuss her path to the industry, the importance of mentors and challenging situations, and the significance of honesty and trust in professional relationships.
Jun 29, 2023 • 40min
Ep 50: Future-Proofing the Workforces with Justin Tinoco
Kirk and Justin Tinoco, Executive VP at Rosendin, further explore the rapid growth of the data industry, connecting with the upcoming labor force, and establishing a solid foundation to continue to grow this industry.
