The iMasons Innovation Podcast Thought Leadership

In this episode, host Romain Tranchant speaks with Geene Alhady, President of Clark Pacific, about how industrialized, product‑driven construction is reshaping data center and AI infrastructure delivery. Geene explains why Clark Pacific has moved away from traditional project‑by‑project construction toward a manufacturing mindset focused on standard products, repeatability, and market share. He dives into design for manufacturing, logistics, and assembly (DFMLA), the shift from risk avoidance to guaranteeing success, and how early collaboration with owners and designers unlocks speed, cost certainty, and scalability. The conversation also explores sustainability through Clark Pacific’s Carbon Shield low‑carbon concrete, the realities of scaling prefabrication at pace, and why shared values—not just contracts—are critical to transforming one of the world’s most risk‑averse industries. A must‑listen for anyone interested in the future of construction, prefabrication, and sustainable building innovation. *** Guest: Geene Alhady President at Clark Pacific Moderator:  Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair *** Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

This episode of Innovation Unwrapped offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at how innovation is being shaped within the iMasons community.  Romain Tranchant, Chair of the iMasons Innovation Committee, shares a clear update on the Committee’s priorities and initiatives—from working groups and thought leadership to the progress of the iMasons Incubator Program.  He is joined by Rudolf Gordon‑Seymour, EMEA Regional Director at iMasons who brings a regional perspective on innovation across EMEA and APAC, exploring how market conditions, regulation, and infrastructure challenges are influencing local approaches to innovation.  The episode also features a fireside discussion with Angela Chan, Founder of Hackathons International, on how hackathons surface practical innovation and connect creative thinking with industry execution.  Together, these conversations reflect iMasons’ approach to innovation: collaborative, grounded in real‑world challenges, and driven by active member engagement.  🔗 Engage with the Innovation Committee  All opportunities to get involved are available in one place, including:  Working groups  Open meetings  Thought leadership  Startup Incubator  Innovation content  👉 Access the Innovation Engagement Hub:  https://forms.gle/nPuU8rq8N8Cq8UhTA  This is your single entry point to participate in iMasons Innovation.  Guests  Rudolf Gordon‑Seymour – EMEA Regional Director, iMasons  Angela Chan – CEO, Hackathons International  Moderator  Romain Tranchant – Chair, iMasons Innovation Committee  About Infrastructure Masons (iMasons)  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.   #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Originally streamed live on February 3rd, 2026.  To participate in future sessions, live—and ask questions in real time—visit the Events – Infrastructure Masons page and register.   ------------  In this episode of the iMasons Innovation Committee series, we introduce a brand‑new format: ten‑minute spotlight presentations from cutting‑edge innovators shaping the future of digital infrastructure.  Hosted by Romain Trunchant, Chair of the Innovation Committee, this session features two start‑ups from the iMasons Incubator program—each tackling critical challenges facing data centers as the industry scales rapidly to meet AI-driven demand.  🔋 First, we hear from Dr. Hector Lancaster, co‑founder and CEO of SuperSix, who shares how next‑generation supercapacitors could transform short‑duration energy storage, improve power quality, reduce fire risk, and unlock new efficiencies across compute, grid interface, and backup power systems.  Hector breaks down why traditional batteries struggle with high‑power needs, how supercapacitors differ fundamentally, and how SuperSix’s breakthroughs in advanced materials could reshape data center power architectures.  💧 Next, Priyanka from Water From Air presents a radical rethinking of industrial cooling and water generation. Her team of mechanical engineers has developed a low‑energy atmospheric water extraction system powered by data center waste heat—producing ultra‑pure water for adiabatic cooling, reducing peak power demand, and offering new ways to manage water scarcity in hot and arid regions.  Following both presentations, Romain brings Hector and Priyanka back for a rich conversation on entrepreneurship, product‑market fit, working with the iMasons community, and the guidance and partnerships they’re seeking as they move toward pilots and real‑world deployments.  Whether you're passionate about energy innovation, sustainability, or the future of digital infrastructure, this episode offers fresh perspectives from two emerging technology leaders shaping what comes next.  Guests:  Hector Lancaster, CEO & Co-Founder at Super6 Ltd  Priyanka Kompella, Chief Operating Officer at Water From Air  Moderator:  Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair 

Originally streamed live on Oct 8, 2025. To participate in future sessions, live—and ask questions in real time—visit the Events – Infrastructure Masons page and register.  ------------ This panel brings together leaders in AI optimisation, power management, and infrastructure innovation to examine how data centre operators can enhance efficiency while maintaining resilience. The conversation covers the critical balance between energy efficiency and operational risk, the adoption of predictive analytics and real-time monitoring, and the role of AI-driven cooling strategies.  The panel also discusses low-capex efficiency measures, the risks of introducing advanced technologies into existing sites, and how modular, scalable infrastructure can support fluctuating demand while enabling more sustainable operations. Guests: Danel Turk , Global Portfolio Manager, ABB Data Centers.  Eric Topham, CEO and Co-Founder, OctaiPipe. Joshua (JP)Buzzell, Vice President, Data Center Chief Architect, Eaton.  Dr. Parag Mehresh, Director of Technical Sales, Vertiv. Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair

Originally streamed live on November 12th , 2025.  To participate in future sessions, live—and ask questions in real time—visit the Events – Infrastructure Masons page and register.   ------------  The digital infrastructure industry is entering a new era of accountability. Regulations such as the SEC’s climate disclosure rule and the EU’s CSRD and CSDDD demand detailed reporting on environmental and social impacts — far beyond traditional metrics like power usage effectiveness (PUE).  At the same time, the challenge is intensifying. Forecasts from Goldman Sachs forecasts that data centre emissions could more than double by 2030, putting many operators off track for their net-zero commitments. Customers and investors are watching closely, increasingly basing decisions on credible, transparent reporting. Weak or inconsistent data is no longer just a compliance risk — it threatens contracts, investment, and trust.  This panel brings together leaders from Iron Mountain Data Center, CBRE and Clear Decisions.to explore how operators can keep pace with fast-evolving regulations, close reporting gaps, and turn compliance from a burden into a differentiator in the eyes of customers, regulators, and society.  Guest Speakers: Chris Pennington, Energy & Sustainability Director at Iron Mountain Centers  Martin Reed, Global Energy& Sustainability Director, CBRE  Maximilian Weidl, CEO & Co-Founder, Clear Decisions  Moderator:  Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair 

Joel Farrington, UK Sales Manager for Legrand’s Critical Power Division, shares his expertise in navigating complex power infrastructure decisions. In this conversation, we delve into the evolving relationships between clients, operators, and suppliers—and examine what it takes to design accountable, future-ready systems.  Moderator:   Romain Tranchant, Chair of the Innovation Committee  Guest:  Joel Farrington, UK Sales Manager for the Critical Power Division, Legrand Data Center Solutions  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Originally streamed live on September 18, 2025. To participate in future sessions, live—and ask questions in real time—visit the Events – Infrastructure Masons page and register.  -------------------------------------------------- This panel brings together leaders from Southwire , Enchanted Rock and RE24 to explore how next-generation data centres can secure power that is reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable.  The discussion explores the evolving balance between grid-delivered electricity and on‑site generation, the practical feasibility of hourly‑matched renewable energy, and how hydrogen‑ready and advanced gas generation technologies are shaping modern resilience strategies. The panel also delves into innovations in transmission, distribution, and cabling that are accelerating renewable integration, as well as the growing influence of community engagement and ESG priorities on infrastructure investment decisions. Guests: Joel E. Wynn, VP of Data Center Solutions Sale, Southwire Pete DiSanto, Executive Vice President, Data Centers, Enchanted Rock. (Recorded during Pete’s tenure at Enchanted Rock.) Dan Tennakoon – Founder & CEO, RE24 Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair – Youtube link - https://youtu.be/ERoY9XpmVH4 

In this episode, Romain Tranchant, Chair of the iMasons Innovation Committee, reveals how innovation will operate at iMasons in 2026: as a structured, predictable, and participative system. You’ll hear how the committee has moved to a 12-month operating model, introduced working groups, expanded global timezone coverage, and created clearer pathways for members, partners, and innovators to get involved.  The episode features two fireside chats that anchor both vision and execution.  First, Cyre Quinones, CEO of iMasons, shares her perspective on the unique position iMasons holds in the digital infrastructure industry. She explains what makes the community credible, why innovation at iMasons is different from traditional industry approaches, and where she sees the greatest opportunity for iMasons to create influence and value.  Then, Rudolf Gordon-Seymour, EMEA Regional Director, brings the regional and operational perspective. He explores how this vision translates into real engagement on the ground, how members and partners can activate locally, and why the Innovation Committee model creates momentum that goes beyond individual events or initiatives.  Together, these conversations show how iMasons connects leadership vision with practical execution. From working groups and open meetings, to thought leadership sessions, the startup incubator, and pitch competitions, this episode makes it clear how innovation is no longer something to observe, but something to step into.  By the end of the episode, you’ll understand:  How innovation at iMasons is structured in 2026  Why leadership is fully behind this model  How global vision connects with regional action  Exactly where and how you can get involved  Innovation at iMasons is now a system. This episode shows you how to use it.  🔗Engage with the Innovation Committee All the ways to get involved are available in one place:  working groups, open meetings, thought leadership, the startup incubator, pitch competitions, and content.  *** Access the Engagement Hub here:  👉 https://forms.gle/nPuU8rq8N8Cq8UhTA  This is your single entry point to participate in iMasons Innovation.  ***  Guests:   Cyre Quinones, CEO of iMasons  Rudolf Gordon-Seymour, EMEA Regional Director of iMasons  Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  *** Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership   

Innovation Unwrapped is a fast-paced overview of what’s ahead for iMasons Innovation in 2026 and beyond. In this recorded session, iMasons Innovation Committee leaders share highlights from the committee’s roadmap, upcoming initiatives, and opportunities for members and partners to get involved — from new working groups to future events and collaborations. This session covers: Innovation Committee priorities and roadmap Current projects and incubator updates Upcoming events and opportunities to engage How members and partners can participate Whether you’re an active iMasons member or exploring ways to collaborate, this session offers a clear look at how innovation is being shaped across the iMasons community. 🔗 Learn more about iMasons Innovation: https://imasons.org/initiatives/innov... 🔔 Subscribe for more Innovation sessions and committee updates.

What if everything we know about data centres — from power and cooling to management — needed to be reinvented from scratch? In this episode of the iMasons Podcast, Romain Tranchant sits down with Yuval Bachar, Founder & CEO of ECL, to explore how he’s redefining what a sustainable, modular, and energy-conscious data centre can be.  Yuval shares how innovation now moves in 12-month cycles instead of four-year ones, and why leaders must create space for teams to take risks, fail fast, and learn faster. They talk about the shift from competition to collaboration, the coming energy crunch, and how data-centre operators might soon play a direct role in power generation.  It’s a conversation about technology, leadership, and mindset — from lessons borrowed from NASA to the optimism and curiosity that fuel every breakthrough. If you want to hear how true innovation happens when we dare to start from zero, this episode is for you.  Guest: Yuval Bachar, Founder and CEO of Edge Cloud Link  Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

What happens when a century-old manufacturer decides that sustainability isn’t a department — it’s the business itself?  In this episode of the iMasons Podcast, I sit down with Burt Fealing, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Sustainability Officer at Southwire, to explore how one of America’s largest wire and cable companies is rewiring its operations for a carbon-neutral future.  We talk about what it really takes to align five ESG pillars with commercial reality, how to trace embedded carbon all the way back to the mine, and what happens when transparency meets tough internal resistance. Burt shares lessons from Southwire’s journey to carbon neutrality by 2025, the breakthroughs that worked, and the strategies that didn’t.  It’s a conversation about leadership under pressure, the courage to publish real data, and how sustainability becomes transformative only when it stops being convenient. If you want to hear what ESG looks like when it’s lived, not just written — this episode is for you.  Guest:   Burt Fealing, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Chief Sustainability Officer at Southwire  Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership     

In this episode of the iMasons Podcast, host Romain Tranchant sits down with Nabeel Mahmood, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Nomad Futurist, to explore how education, talent, and innovation come together to shape the future of digital infrastructure. From his global career to his work inspiring the next generation, Nabeel shares what drives his mission to make our industry more visible, accessible, and purposeful.  Together, they dive into powerful questions — why does innovation start with learning? What makes real talent stand out in a world of AI and automation? And how can education spark a movement that transforms not just technology, but people?  If you're invested in shaping the future of digital infrastructure leadership — and want to discover how to ignite passion in the next generation — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss."  Guest: Nabeel Mahmood, co-founder and managing director of Nomad futurist, board member for both private and public company  Moderator:  Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership   

John Cowan is the founder of Next Wave Partners, a venture studio and investment fund redefining early-stage capital through founder-aligned financing structures. He is the author of Venture Capital 2.0, a widely circulated critique of the legacy VC model and a blueprint for building startups in the post–power law era.  Next Wave developed the Safer—a hybrid investment instrument that prioritizes revenue-based returns and long-term alignment—offering founders capital without control loss, and investors access to a perpetual fund unconstrained by traditional VC timelines.  Our conversation dives into why Wall Street and Silicon Valley often overlook infrastructure, where new sources of capital could emerge, and how to ensure that investments unlock the right opportunities for AI, smart cities, and autonomous systems. We examine different modes of investment—from patient capital to community-driven models—and consider how smart city and autonomy initiatives highlight the diversity of funding approaches.  Moderator:   Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  Guest:  John Cowan, founder of Next Wave Partners and author of “Venture Capital 2.0”  *** Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Liam Round, Managing Director for Teksan UK and Regional Director for Europe & Africa, joins us to share his inspiring journey from military service to leadership in the data centre industry. A proud member of the iMasons Veterans’ community, Liam reveals how his service shaped his people-first approach in recruitment. He shares lessons from rebuilding teams from the ground up and emphasizes the importance of transferable skills in driving innovation and sustainable business growth.  As Liam puts it: “Nothing changes if nothing changes.” This mindset continues to fuel his commitment to transformation, resilience, and progress – both in business and in life.  Moderator:   Romain Tranchant, Chair of the iMasons Innovation Committee  Guest:  Liam Round, Managing Director UK and Regional Director for Europe & Africa, Teksan  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership   

Innovation Committee Chair, Romain Tranchant, leads a panel at the IRENA Conference in BONN on behalf of the iMasons Climate Accords.  This session unpacks how the rapid growth in global data centre electricity demand, driven by AI advancement, can be transformed from a grid challenge into an opportunity for accelerating renewable energy deployment and achieving decarbonisation targets.  Moderator:   Romain Tranchant, Chair of the Innovation Committee, iMasons Climate Accord  Panelists:  Andres Acosta, Director of Innovation, LevelTen  Trigya Singh, Head of Corporate Sourcing, Global Renewable Alliance  Sylvie Tarnai, Chief Strategy Officer, Energy Pool  Jill McArdle PhD, International Corporate Campaigner, Beyond Fossil Fuels  Gema del Río Castro, IDAE – Spanish Government   ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership   

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Waleed Zafar.   Waleed Zafar is the Director of Mission Critical at XYZ Reality, a company transforming how mission-critical projects are planned, built, and delivered with its innovative construction delivery platform. With a background in investment banking, Waleed joined XYZ as its first employee, playing a pivotal role in developing the company’s core technology. He then partnered with the largest developers in the construction of data centres, using augmented reality and precise positioning to improve the rate of delivery and health and safety in construction.  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Alison Marlow and Courtney Popp.  Alison is Account Executive at Schneider Electric and the Global Chair for Armed Forces at Infrastructure Masons. Due to her non-traditional background, she is passionate about helping people find success who have taken alternate paths in life.  Courtney Popp is iMasons' Director of People Programs, with a decade of workforce development expertise and a deep commitment toward opening pathways to opportunity, especially for underserved populations.  They have accepted our invitation to talk about the new recruitment methods that might help to fix the shortage of skills in our industry.  ***  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Venessa Moffat, Executive Board Member at the Data Centre Alliance.  Venessa has worked in the sector for over 20 years, holding various roles across IT and facilities. Today, Venessa is exploring the ever-evolving world of software in data centres, focusing on how AI is contributing to our increasingly complex, data-driven system of systems.   💡 Key Takeaways: ✅ Real-world applications of AI agents in data centers ✅ The evolution from manual processes to intelligent automation ✅ Strategic insights for leaders to stay ahead of the curve 👉 Start the conversation—𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 and 𝐭𝐚𝐠 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 in digital infrastructure.   #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership   

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Dan Tennakoon, CEO and Founder at RE24 - an enterprise platform that enables data centre to procure renewable energy directly from power generators.   RE24 streamlines contract management while providing powerful analytics on renewable consumption, ensuring operators optimise their use of green energy. Through its advanced hourly matching system, RE24 connects generators with data centres in real-time, maximising the share of renewables in their operations.   This year, they have been accepted in the iMasons incubator programme, and Dan will take us through his knowledge and experience of the renewable energy market.  ***************  iMasons Launches Innovation Showcase and Incubator Programs 🌍  *Innovation Showcase: A platform for sharing ground-breaking products, services, and ideas with the iMasons community and industry leaders.  *Innovation Incubator: Supports innovators by fostering connections, providing expert validation, and raising awareness, focusing on sustainability and collaboration.  We invite you to join us in our mission to connect, grow, and give back as we empower sustainable projects, address industry challenges, and drive innovation forward.  Please, feel free to reach out to Romain Tranchant, our Innovation Chair, or apply directly through our Incubator Application Form.  Email: 📧 [email protected]  Infrastructure Masons (iMas ons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Maximilian Weidl, CEO and Co-Founder at Clear Decisions. Clear Decisions is the first AI-powered compliance platform tailored for data centers. It automates compliance and streamlines audits. By optimizing these processes, Clear Decisions drives sustainability, ensuring data centers operate more efficiently and with a reduced environmental footprint. This year, Clear Decisions have been accepted in the iMasons Incubator Program. In this episode, Maximilian shares his insights on compliance and reporting, and delves into the vital link between efficient operations and a sustainable future. *** iMasons Launches Innovation Showcase and Incubator Programs 🌍 iMasons is proud to announce the launch of two transformative initiatives: the Innovation Showcase and the Innovation Incubator programs. The Innovation Showcase highlights ground-breaking products, services, and thought leadership, offering a platform to share innovative solutions with the iMasons community and industry leaders. It's your chance to celebrate creativity and inspire progress! The Innovation Incubator is designed to help turn visionary ideas into reality. Focused on sustainability and powered by collaborations with the Climate Accord and the State of the Digital Infrastructure Industry report, this program supports innovators—from emerging start-ups to established enterprises—by fostering connections, providing expert validation, and raising awareness within the iMasons network. Join us to be part of something truly transformative! Connect, grow, and give back as we empower sustainable projects, address industry challenges, and drive innovation. Want to share your innovations or get involved? Reach out to Romain Tranchant, our Innovation Chair, or apply directly through our Incubator Application Form. For more info: 📧 [email protected] 

Innovation Committee Chair and host Romain Tranchant interviews Markus Gerber, Sr. Business Development Manager at nVent. nVent provides a versatile range of data center and networking solutions, with a particular emphasis on cooling equipment. Their offerings span from in-row coolers to immersion cooling systems, effectively utilizing white space. Markus discusses strategies for operators to optimize their capital expenditures (CAPEX) when implementing liquid cooling solutions. *** iMasons Launches Innovation Showcase and Incubator Programs 🌍 iMasons is proud to announce the launch of two transformative initiatives: the Innovation Showcase and the Innovation Incubator programs. The Innovation Showcase highlights ground-breaking products, services, and thought leadership, offering a platform to share innovative solutions with the iMasons community and industry leaders. It's your chance to celebrate creativity and inspire progress! The Innovation Incubator is designed to help turn visionary ideas into reality. Focused on sustainability and powered by collaborations with the Climate Accord and the State of the Digital Infrastructure Industry report, this program supports innovators—from emerging start-ups to established enterprises—by fostering connections, providing expert validation, and raising awareness within the iMasons network. Join us to be part of something truly transformative! Connect, grow, and give back as we empower sustainable projects, address industry challenges, and drive innovation. Want to share your innovations or get involved? Reach out to Romain Tranchant, our Innovation Chair, or apply directly through our Incubator Application Form. For more info: 📧 [email protected] 

Scott Sickmiller is the CEO at Midas Immersion Cooling. Midas Immersion Cooling is the leading supplier of immersion cooling equipment solutions for data centers and ASIC mining. Scott has accepted to share his experience of what makes liquid cooling a suitable and sometime superior solution for cooling.  If you are interested in being featured on our Innovation Committee's podcast, get in touch with us.  Discover Our Incubator Programme:  Are you an entrepreneur with a growing business or an innovative start-up? We're excited to announce that applications for our Incubator Programme are now open! If you're looking for support to take your venture to the next level, we want to hear from you.  Contact us:  Email: [email protected]   Apply directly through our online Incubator Application Form.  Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.   #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership 

The talent shortage in digital infrastructure is a growing challenge, but innovation is helping companies stay ahead. In this episode, Mike Meyer, Managing Director at Portman Partners, and Adelle Desouza, Founder of HireHigher's Rising Star Programme, join host and Innovation Committee Chair Romain Tranchant to discuss how recruitment strategies are evolving in the data center industry. Key topics include: - The changing landscape of leadership hiring - How innovation is reshaping recruitment - Practical solutions to address the skills gap If you are interested in being featured on our Innovation Committee's podcast, please get in touch with us. See contact details below. Discover Our Incubator Programme: Are you an entrepreneur with a growing business or an innovative start-up? We're excited to announce that applications for our Incubator Programme are now open! If you're looking for support to take your venture to the next level, we want to hear from you. Contact us: Email: [email protected] Apply directly through our online Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership  

Lawrence Hooker is Operations Director for the data centre section at SES, a national design and build contractor, part of the Wates groups. He has agreed to take us through the practical aspects of designing, building and commissioning liquid cooled data centres. We will talk through the pitfalls and changes that are required to continue operating high resiliency environments.----more---- If you are interested in being featured on our Innovation Committee's podcast, please get in touch. Discover Our Incubator Programme: Are you an entrepreneur with a growing business or an innovative start-up? We're excited to announce that applications for our Incubator Programme are now open! If you're looking for support to take your venture to the next level, we want to hear from you.----more---- Contact us: Email: [email protected] Apply directly through our online Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership  

Tony Virr, Operations Director at Carbon-Z, is transitioning to new projects and programs at the end of January 2025. With extensive hands-on experience, Tony has designed, built, and operated a data center housing 100kW of immersion cooling. In this episode, Tony shares his insights, discussing the highs, lows, and challenges of working with liquid cooling. This podcast is part of our liquid cooling series, where we delve into all facets of this evolving and impactful technology.----more---- If you are interested in being featured on our Innovation Committee's podcast, please get in touch. Discover Our Incubator Programme: Are you an entrepreneur with a growing business or an innovative start-up? We're excited to announce that applications for our Incubator Programme are now open! If you're looking for support to take your venture to the next level, we want to hear from you.----more---- Contact us: Email: [email protected] Apply directly through our online Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Jon Summers is the Scientific Lead in Data Centers at RISE – the Research Institutes of Sweden, Jon has agreed to talk to us about the different liquid cooling technologies available, its origination, performance, and typical use cases. This podcast is part of a liquid cooling series where we explore all aspects of this growing technology. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Duncan Ng is the Vice President of Solution Engineering for Vultr, a global infrastructure as a service provider delivering GPU and Cloud Computing while supporting complex compliance requirements. He has agreed to take us through the rise in density, why, how, when, and especially as a driver for liquid cooling requirements. This podcast is part of a liquid cooling series where we explore all aspects of this growing technology. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Obongofon Udombat is a Data Scientist and freelance project manager in the space of AI and Green Technologies - iLabs. Obongofon currently volunteers for the Google Developers Group, a non-profit organisation that supports the training of tech talents at grass roots level. He also contributes to the iMasons Innovation Committee through the liquid cooling survey and analysis of the results. Obongofon has agreed to talk with us about AI, what it is, what it can do, projects he has worked on, and the future of the technology. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Dr Dina Nassar has recently published her PhD results in the effectiveness of policies, best practices and certifications on sustainability. We deep dive on the applicability of the LEED certification to data centres, what you need to be aware of, and how the results can be interpreted. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Thomas Verghese, business development manager at EnerSys. Tom has agreed to talk to us about how EnerSys is staying ahead of the changes, their efforts in carbon accounting for different battery technologies, and the importance of sustainable design and production of batteries. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership  

Jon Summers is a Scientific Lead in Data Centers at RISE – the Research Institutes of Sweden, Adjunct Professor in Fluid Mechanics at the Luleå University of Technology in Sweden and a Visiting Professor at the Institute of Thermofluids at the University of Leeds in the UK. Jon has agreed to take us through the world of data centre research. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Anke Beyer-Lout is Associate Principal at CPP Wind Engineering Consultants. Anke has degrees in meteorology and experience in using Wind Tunnels to optimise data centres. In this episode we discuss the different techniques and technologies available, the opportunities that arise from using them, and the future of this science. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

David G. is an Executive Consultant for Impleon. David specializes in the design and implementation of liquid cooling and heat re-use technologies. In this episode, we discuss the current drive for changing cooling methodologies, the field of possibilities, and the value of enabling both liquid cooling and heat re-use at the same time. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership  

Rich Kenny is the managing director at InteractDC. Rich specialises in the optimisation of the IT stacks, reducing the IT server and network footprint and augmenting its throughput (calculations per watt/hour). In this episode we discuss the new legislation that is impacting the IT environment, the metrics, and their intended impact. Rich explains how this might have an effect on the efficiency of the facility, and what can be done to further improve the facility. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership  

John Booth is the Managing Director of National Data Center Academy, a venture that proposes on site, hands-on training for data centre personnel, from technicians to management. John talks about the current gap in the training landscape, and the need for hands-on experience on all aspects of managing a data centre. John reached out to our community for support to better understand the training needs. This episode is part of our Incubator programme, supporting innovative ideas and enterprises, enabling entrepreneurs to reach out to our community. If you can help John with his endeavour, you can reach out to him at the email address in the podcast. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Jasper de Vries, CTO of CoolGradient, specialises in digital, data science and data analytics. In this episode, we are unpacking the current AI capabilities, and its impact on the optimization of all aspects of managing data centers. Jasper takes us through what might be coming next and gives practical advice for any data centre managers. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership

Jay Frank, the founder of Symbiotic, has joined the iMasons Innovation Incubator to develop his idea on providing social good from the transactions that drive our industry. He talks about the inception of the idea, the current status, and the help he needs. This episode is part of our incubator platform, supporting innovative ideas and enterprises, and enabling entrepreneurs to reach out to our community. If you can help Jay with his endeavour, you can reach out to him at the email address in the podcast. If you too want to feature on our Innovation Committee's podcast, you can either email us at [email protected] or  submit your solution by filling in the Innovation Incubator Application Form. Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership