In this episode, Nate Garr, SVP of Network Development at Intermountain Infrastructure Group, joins the podcast to share the ways in which AI and related workloads are driving increased investment in fiber optic network capacity and route diversity across the Western United States and Canada.

Other things we touch on:

- Nate's career trajectory, which started as a network technician in Montana, and led him to building networks across Asia and Oceania.

- The role of a mentor and how to support colleagues who are still learning the ins and outs of technical infrastructure.

- The importance of understanding cultural differences and nuances in negotiations.

- Facing your fears, working through anxiety, and building confidence.