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On this episode I am joined by Stijn Grove, Chairman of Kickstart Europe. Kickstart takes place on February 26th & 27th and it is the first main event on the European Conference agenda.

Stijn shares how Kickstart started and the reasons behind establishing the event. We also discuss some of the outcomes from the networking event, and the reasons why events are so important in the ever expanding data centre sector.

Stijn also shares some of his views on the data center sector today. As the Managing Director the Dutch Data Center Association Stijn has a great insight to the sector.

Learn more about Kickstart, and secure tickets here - https://www.kickstartconf.eu/ 

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The 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.

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On this episode I am joined by Mark Bjornsgaard, CEO & Founder of Deep Green Technologies. Deep Green are on a mission to recapture the heat your compute generates and repurposes it for social good, for free.

We discuss Mark's career and how he first became aware of the opportunity to recapture compute heat and repurpose it for social good. 

We then discuss Deep Green Technologies. Deep Green hit the media headlines in 2023 when they announced they were working with a swimming pool in Exmouth (UK) to utilise waste heat to heat the pool. In January this year they announced investment from Octopus Energy that will help fast track the organisation to the next level.

Mark shares the reasons behind Deep Green and how data centres can be the solution to the energy crisis. 

Deep Green Technologies is a company that will make waves over the next 12-24 months...

Learn more about Deep Green Technologies here - https://deepgreen.energy/

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The 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

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In this episode I am joined by Damien Wells of Spa Communications, and Ambrose McNevin of Tech Marketing Content. We discuss how public perception is evolving as the data centre sector becomes more main stream.

Damian & Ambrose share how they started their careers in the data centre sector, and how the sector has evolved throughout their careers.

We then discuss public perception, and how this is being impacted by the growth of the sector. Damien & Ambrose share their views on why public perception is changing, how the data centre sector can work with the media, and why the sector is not very good at sharing it's story.

Finally Damien & Ambrose share their views on the sector, and offer some advice for anyone looking to develop a career in the world of data centres.

Spa Communications - https://spacomms.com/ 

Tech Marketing Content - https://techmarketingcontent.com/ 

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The 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

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In this episode I am joined by Svante Horn, CEO & Co-Founder of Scandinavian Data Centers.  SDC is striving to create the world’s lowest carbon data center platform.

Svante shares how he started his career in investment banking prior to making the transition to the data center sector. 

Svante then shares the story behind Scandinavian Data Centers and what the organisation is trying to achieve. We discuss the vision of the company, how they differentiate themselves, the team within the company, and what lies ahead in the future.  SDC has a focus on circularity, communities, and sustainability

Finally, Svante shares his views  of the data centre sector and offers some excellent advice for anyone starting a career in the industry.

Learn more about Scandinavian Data Centers here - https://www.scandinaviandc.se/ 

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The 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

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On this episode I am joined by Ben Crowe from Vertiv. Ben provides an insight to the ever expanding Australia and New Zealand Data Center regions.

Ben shares how he started his career and how he ended up in the world of data centres.

We then discuss Australia & New Zealand. Ben covers how the regions are developing, what is driving demand, and what we can expect in the coming years. They are very exciting regions with a lot of existing and future growth.

Finally Ben provides his insight to some of the challenges we may face in 2024. 

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The 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

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On this episode I am joined by Brian Green, EVP of Operations, Engineering & Project Management at Edgeconnex. Brian is very passionate about company culture and creating opportunities in the data center sector for veterans. 

Brian shares how he started his career in the US Navy and how he made the progression to the data centre sector. He outlines why his experience in the Navy was so valuable, and the reasons why veterans are well suited to the data center sector.

We discuss Edgeconnex and their rapid growth across the globe. Brian outlines some of the current regions they are developing in, and where we can expect to see further developments. 

We also cover a number of key topics within the sector, including the growth of the industry, attracting and developing talent, power challenges, and the challenges we can expect to face in 2024.

Learn more about Edgeconnex here - https://www.edgeconnex.com/ 

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The 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

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On this episode I am joined by Henry Sutton. We discuss the inaugural Touchdown Middle East event that is taking place in Bahrain on November 21st and 22nd 2023. We also discuss some of the key trends in the Gulf region.

Henry provides an overview of Touchdown Middle East, the reasons behind the event, why it is important for the region, some of the topics on the agenda, and what else attendees can expect from the event.

Henry also shares an update on the region and outlines some of the regions that are experiencing the most activity in the current market.

Find details and tickets for the event here - https://touchdownme.com/en/

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The 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.

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In this episode I am joined by Chris Baxter and David West of Apto. Apto is a new European Data Centre developer targeting high growth and emerging markets across Europe with cutting edge hyperscale data centre facilities.

Firstly, Chris & David share their career journeys and why they made the decision to join Apto.

We then discuss Apto and the plans for the new organisation. Chris & David share the story behind Apto, the regions they are looking to target, what makes them different in the European marketplace, and the benefits of working for a secure start-up organisation.

Finally, we discuss some of the challenges faced by the industry, and Chris & David offer some advice to those looking to start a career in the sector.

Learn more about Apto here - https://aptodc.com/

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The 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.

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In this episode I am joined by Richard Irwin, Hayley Godlieb, and Joe Pavitt, the founders of networking event GeN+1: The Networking Event for the generation that will shape the future of the Data Centre industry.

Richard, Hayley and Joe talk us through the reasons behind creating GeN+1, why the event is so important, and how the event can evolve in the future.

The data centre sector needs more talent, and we need to make the sector inclusive for the future generation. Events like this remove the intimidation of standard networking events, and offer the opportunity for young people to expand their networks in this ever expanding sector.

The next event is on November 2nd in London. You can register for tickets here - GeN+1 Halloween Networking Event Tickets, Thu, Nov 2, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

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The 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.

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In this episode I interview some of the leaders, students, and sponsors of the UTC Heathrow Digital Futures Programme. An education programme developed to help manage the skills challenge in the data centre sector.

Firstly I speak with the programme leaders. They share why the programme is so important, what the programme offers to the students, and why it is so important that programmes like this are part of the education system.

I then speak with some of the students who share their experiencing of being part of the programme. They share how the learning differs from standard education, why they decided to follow this route, and what they hope to achieve in the future.

Finally I speak with two of the sponsors of the programme. They share their experiences of being a partner and why it is so important to their organisations to give back to the sector.

The passion of all involved is contagious, and this programme is a great example of how collaboration can make a huge difference to young peoples lives.

Learn more about the programme here - https://www.heathrow-utc.org/employers/digital-futures-programme/

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The 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