Data Center Revolution
Kirk Offel
The purpose of the Data Center Revolution Podcast is to create a meaningful connection with a sophisticated audience that is starved to learn more about the people leading innovation in our industry.
We invite you to join the DCR podcast, a long form conversation hosted by Kirk Offel, with some of the data center industry’s luminaries.
Every industry has "All Stars" and the data center industry is no different. Our goal with the Data Center Revolution podcast is to deep dive with these celebrities to uncover what inspires them to transform the data center industry.
We invite you to join the DCR podcast, a long form conversation hosted by Kirk Offel, with some of the data center industry’s luminaries.
Every industry has "All Stars" and the data center industry is no different. Our goal with the Data Center Revolution podcast is to deep dive with these celebrities to uncover what inspires them to transform the data center industry.
Episodes
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May 25, 2023 • 59min
Ep 45: Don't Wait Til Tomorrow with David Liggitt
Kirk is joined by David Liggitt, Founder and CEO of datacenterHawk, to discuss playing football in his childhood, getting in the data center world right at the start of a new business surge, and finding his calling in the data center space.
May 18, 2023 • 1h 1min
Ep 44: Changing the Face of Data Center Power with Lindsey Bruner
Kirk and Lindsey Bruner, Chief Operating Officer of CleanArc Data Centers, sit down to talk about the mission of CleanArc to bring clean energy to the data center industry and the powerful role of women in driving that future.
May 11, 2023 • 56min
Ep 43: You Gotta Start Somewhere with Lindsey Bruner
Kirk is joined by Lindsey Bruner, Chief Operating Officer of CleanArc Data Centers, to discuss her childhood, pushing her limits at Mt. Kilimanjaro, and her journey from lawyer to a rising leader in the data center industry.
May 4, 2023 • 1h 4min
Ep 42: A Passion For What You Do with Thomas McAndrew
Kirk and Thomas McAndrew, Founder and CEO of Enchanted Rock, dive deep into dual-purpose microgrids, Thomas' commitment to the goal of zero carbon emissions, and where he sees things going in the future.
Apr 27, 2023 • 50min
Ep 41: Enchanted Rock Origin Story with Thomas McAndrew
Kirk is joined by Thomas McAndrew, Founder and CEO of Enchanted Rock, to discuss his childhood, passion for rebuilding cars, his time in the U.S. Navy, and journey toward founding his company.
Apr 20, 2023 • 1h 10min
Ep 40: Your Influence Matters with Bruce Lee
Kirk and his former Chief of the Boat (COB) from his time in the U.S. Navy, CMDCM Bruce Lee, USN, Ret., discuss leadership, perseverance, and the importance of the military family looking out for one another.
Apr 10, 2023 • 1h 28min
Ep 39: You Can't Demand Respect with Bruce Lee
Kirk sits down with his former Chief of the Boat (COB) from his time in the U.S. Navy, CMDCM Bruce Lee, USN, Ret., to discuss Bruce's early life, naval career path, mentorship and how to draw out the best in yourself and those around you.
Apr 3, 2023 • 1h 6min
Ep 38: Being a Positive Advocate for Your Industry with Carrie Goetz
Carrie Goetz, author of Jumpstart Your Career in Data Centers, and Kirk continue their discussion of spreading the word about the data center industry far and wide and how best to adapt to changes in the future.
Mar 27, 2023 • 1h 21min
Ep. 37: Diversity of Thought Inspires Innovation
Carrie Goetz joins Kirk to discuss her four decade long career in the data center industry and how the industry moves forward with diversity and innovation. Carrie also discusses her book, Jumpstart Your Career in Data Centers: Featuring Careers for Women, Trades, and Vets in Tech and Data Centers.
Mar 13, 2023 • 1h 10min
Ep. 36: It's About the People Around You
Kirk sits down with his great friend, Bill Mazzetti, VP of Innovation at Rosendin, to discuss the value and importance of the people you surround yourself with in the data center industry and how you work to bring out the best in those around you and allow them to bring out the best in you.
