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On this weeks episode I am joined by Phill Lawson-Shanks, Chief Innovation Officer at Aligned Data Centers. It has been 3 years since our previous episode and a lot has happened in that time. 

We discuss how the sector has developed over the last 3 years, and what is driving the insatiable demand. 

Phill shares an insight to Aligned Data Centers new cooling technology, DELTAFlow, and outlines what is driving the need to develop new cooling technologies. Aligned is a company that is always on the front foot and this discussion gives you an insight to what you can expect next.

Learn from about Aligned Data Centers here - https://aligneddc.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 George Rockett, the founder of DCD. George discusses his career in the sector, how events have evolved, and how he now plans to bring together the whole of digital infrastructure with a new event: Yotta.

George shares how he started his career and how/why DCD was established. We discuss how the company has evolved and why they moved into physical events.

We then discuss how events have changed over time, how locations of events have shifted, and what attendees are now looking for when they attend industry events. 

Finally we discuss Yotta, a new event taking place in Las Vegas on Oct 7-9 2024. George outlines the reasons for the new event and what he is hoping it will achieve. 

Find out more about Yotta, and secure tickets here - https://www.yotta.vegas/ 

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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 Zahl Limbuwala, Operating Partner DTCP / Chairman Maincubes. We discuss Zahl's career in the sector, investment in the data centre space, and the growth of Maincubes.

Zahl has extensive experience in the data center sector and therefore has a great insight to how the sector has developed. Zahl shares his views on what have been the biggest developments and how the sector will continue to evolve.

We then discuss the recent investment in Maincubes by DTCP. Zahl shares his views on the German data centre market and outlines why this region continues to see significant investment and development. We also discuss the impact AI has had on the data centre market.

Finally Zahl offers his views on the challenges faced by the sector in 2024, and some advice to anyone looking to develop a career in the world of data centers.

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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 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 we are now looking to empower the community to create positive change.

Are you in?

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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 John Shingler, Executive Vice Present at T5. John shares an insight to what it is like to work for an organisation that covers the full lifecycle of a data center.

Like many others, John started his career in the Forces before making his way into the Data Center sector. John outlines the benefits of this career path, and shares his learnings from making the transition into the sector.

We then discuss T5 and what John is currently seeing in the sector. We discuss the growth in geographies, the changing customer demands, the drive for more talent, and what we can expect to see in 2024.

Learn more about T5 here - https://t5datacenters.com/ 

Support the show

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 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/ 

Support the show

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 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/ 

Support the show

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. 

Support the show

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