45 episodes
Careers for Women, Trades and Veterans in Tech and Data Centers Carrie Goetz
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5.0 • 3 Ratings
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This podcast series discusses jobs within and supporting the data center and tech industry with a focus on trades and opportunities for women, trades and vets that may or may not require a 4-year degree. Episode 1 discusses what trades are applicable and provides brief descriptions of the types of data centers and moves on to the trades and possible jobs once the facility is built. Further episodes include interviews with people that are currently working in the industry giving listeners a view into the daily duties of the jobs. We cover diversity, inclusion and fixing the talent shortage through certifications, schooling, and apprenticeships. We also discuss various places to get scholarships and some of the organizations working to fill the talent gap.
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Geoghan and Rossato Colohouse
2.28.23 Interview with Constance Geoghan General Council and Chief Compliance Officer and Nicole Rossato, Vice President of Marketing ColoHouse discuss their careers and journey from a US company to a global role, cultural differences, OJT, and professional growth. "Eat the ugly frog first." Understanding how you land as a woman in a room full of men is important. Be authentic and modulate for maximum impact.
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Laura Freytag and Kara Anderson with Sabey Data Centers
2.8.23 Laura Freytag, Director of Operations, and Kara Anderson, with Sabey Data Centers, discuss their careers and the differences between working at inception versus operations. We discuss the value of mentors and close peers and how to overcome challenges through planning. They cover tools they used to get where they are today. Both have interesting career paths and amazing insight.
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Mara Fowler Business Development, Sales, and Networking
1.10.23 Mara Fowler - has a great career in the data center industry. We break down sales, skills, and what creates success in #datacenters. Mara talks about what has worked for her and provides candid conversations about being a woman in tech and how to be heard as an expert voice in the room. We discuss #networking and the value of creating and maintaining our connections. #vetsintech #tradesintech #womenintech
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11.22.22 Kirk Offel, Overwatch Mission Critical and Founder of DCAC
In this episode, @Kirk Offel of @Overwatch Mission Critical outlines his work to bring more #veterans into the industry with a mission to stop suicides in the veteran community. We discuss veteran employment in the industry, transition programs (TAP), and other ways to bridge the talent gaps in the #datacenter industry. Kirk is candid about his own military transition from @Navy subs to civilian life and points the listener to available resources. He discusses the anti-conference @DCAC , it's roots and mission.
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Mercy Manning VP of Sales and Sustainability-Aligned
10.6 Episode featuring @Mercy Manning of @Aligned discussing sustainability, sales, and her journey into the data center industry. In this candid episode, Mercy shares her passion for sustainability and how that works within her job in the data center industry. #womenintech #womenindatacenters #sustainability #dataceenters #careersindatacenters
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Jillian Bird - HR and Recruiting into Mission Critical
9.21 Episode featuring Jillian Bird @SaluteMissionCritical. Jillian is a military spouse and recruiter in the mission-critical space. Jillian discusses her role, juggling job, and kids, recruiting tips, and soft-skills to add to your resume. If you are a military spouse or returning from service, this podcast will highlight some opportunities. If you are a working military spouse, you will find some tips for successful remote work while juggling the duties with a spouse on TDY.