2022 Activities Recap
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Working in the Cloud: Preparing for a Data Center Career Replay
Spotlight on Mentoring
Hearing first-hand what it’s like to work in a data center from experienced professionals can help encourage anyone who might be interested in a mission critical career to give it a try.
In addition, provided more information about 7×24 Exchange’s free mentoring program. The program is intended for anyone with an interest in becoming a mentor or receiving FREE mentoring opportunities related to a career in data centers.
This is Nolan from Toronto. Nolan’s mommy is on the board for 7×24 Canada. The children in Nolan’s preschool class were told about data centers and colored in pictures about them.
Interactive Career Tree
We made our Career Tree Interactive to provide site visitors with more details about working in the data center industry.
Data Center Guide for Students
The 7×24 Exchange Greater Washington DC Chapter created a What is a Data Center Video aimed at middle and high school students.
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Code Green Initiative
Our media sponsor, Mission Critical Magazine’s Editor In Chief, Amy Al-Katib dyed her hair green as part of their Code Green initiative.
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Past Activities
Hofstra University
Manhattan College
New York Institute of Technology
Rutgers University
April 28
The Metro New York Chapter of 7×24 Exchange held their Annual University Challenge on Thursday April 28th. This year was once again a virtual meeting which included four local schools presenting various topics related to technology and data centers. Schools included Hofstra University, Manhattan College, New York Institute of Technology, and Rutgers University. Through the support of our Annual Sponsors as well as the proceeds from our Annual Golf outing, we will provide the schools with funding for their engineering programs, scholarships, and to start up their own Student Chapter of the 7×24 Exchange. Each school will once again receive $5,000 and each student will receive $250 for participating.
March 30
We are excited to host a Spring Mixer with AFCOM and 7×24 Midwest to celebrate International Data Center Day!
Mark your Calendars for Wednesday March 30th from 3:00 pm -5:00 pm at EMCOR Services Fagan in Fairfax.
EMCOR Services Fagan
3125 Brinkerhoff Rd
Kansas City, Kansas 66115
See you all soon!
-WiMCO Board of Directors
March 23
Netrality had the pleasure of welcoming Delsea Regional High School, Liguori Academy, and Roman Catholic High School students into our Philadelphia data center at 401 N. Broad to celebrate International Data Center Day, powered by 7×24 Exchange International, on March 23rd!
Students enjoyed a presentation from our very own, Wil Schultz, VP of Technology, Brooke Exley, Director of People Operations, guest speakers included Karl Miller from Kupper Engineering, LLC, and Melissa Raffel from ACE Mentor Program of Greater Philadelphia to raise awareness, educate, and inspire the next generation of talent about the data center industry. After the presentation, students took a tour of our facilities followed by a visit to our tenant Nerd Street Gamers, a national network of esports facilities and events dedicated to powering competitive opportunities for gamers. Students enjoyed a tour of the gaming floor along with some gameplay experience.
Liguori Academy President and Founder, Michael Marrone, shared, “Partnering with Netrality provides an opportunity for our students to identify a career pathway that will help them utilize their technology and essential skills for success. Netrality is a faithful partner to our school who is helping form the next generation of tech leaders.
March 23
The Florida Alabama Chapter had its first in-person event since February 2020. At the event, which took place at Ring Power, presenters talked about International Data Center Day and Workforce Development.
March 23
Please join the 7×24 Exchange International Greater Washington DC Chapter for their first Wake up with WiMCO event in 2022! We would like to take the opportunity to highlight International Data Center Day, share awareness of the positive benefits of the data center industry in our communities and inspire the next generation of talent.
March 23
Please join the 7×24 Exchange International Lake Michigan Chapter for a celebration of International Data Center Day with their WiMCO group.
The chapter invites members to involve their children in this event and provides a coloring book page to help ignite conversations & curiosity of the data center industry.
March 23
The 7×24 Exchange Metro New York Chapter is celebrating International Data Center Day as part of its Scholarship Awards Celebration.
At the program, five local schools will receive scholarship funds for their programs.
More information is available on the chapter website.
March 24
Central Virginia 7×24 and VCU present: “2nd Annual International Data Center Day and Internship Kickoff Summer 2022 Celebration”
Join us on International Data Center Day on March 24th from 11am to 1pm at VCU Engineering Research Building, room 1313 (map).
Our Presentation will be from 11am -11:45am, followed by lunch. We hope to see you all very soon!
Parking is available across from the building in the university’s JL Parking Lot-200 West Cary Street.
Event Registration:
- Members: Free
- Non-members: $50 (If you are interested in joining us, get 20% off your annual membership!)
*Masks are required in all VCU buildings.
March 23
Luleå University of Technology
Industry development and innovation in the Swedish data center industry
More info (in swedish): https://www.ltu.se/centres/cdt/Branschutveckling-och-innovation-inom-svensk-datacenterindustri-1.217249
March 23
Data Center Young Professionals (Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia) Happy Hour
Sponsored by Whiting Turner
Where: Port City Brewery in Alexandria, VA
When: Wednesday, March 23rd
From 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Links to our Facebook Group (https://m.facebook.com/groups/2389409897861075/), LinkedIn Group (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12621004), and Website (https://sites.google.com/corp/view/dc-dmv-young-professionals/)! Google Calendar event can be found on our website.
Join us for an informal networking happy hour to celebrate International Data Center Day!
Have you ever walked into a room full of Data Center professionals and wished you recognized a few familiar faces amongst the sea of established relationships and the industry experts? The Data Center Young Professionals of DMV is here to help! By creating the environment with other folks who have this same experience, our goal is to establish a network of young professionals in the mission critical industry who can walk into a DC event with confidence and support.
March 23-25
DCD>Management & Operations: Exploring mission critical operational technology and strategy
In celebration of International Data Center Day, DCD is broadcasting 10 new episodes of their hit series DCD>Management & Operations. Free-to-view for the entire industry, the broadcast will help you benchmark your performance against top management & operations teams from Microsoft, Nokia, QTS Data Centers, Equinix, Royal HaskoningDHV, Kao Data, Colt Data Centre Services and many more.
Plus, experts in emerging technologies & trends will share future-proof strategies to help you minimize downtime and reduce human error in the face of new challenges such as cyber attacks, supply-chain delays, safety threats & labor shortages.
March 1 – March 23
As a member of the Data Center Coalition (DCC), Aligned Data Centers is proud to partner with DCC and Loudoun County Economic Development to support the American Red Cross by participating in the DataCentersSleeveUp campaign.
The campaign begins on March 1, 2022, the first day of Red Cross month in the United States, and extends through International Data Center Day on March 23, 2022.
Aligned Data Centers recognizes the importance of ensuring adequate blood supply in the communities where our teams live and work, and in raising awareness of the need to address our current critical national blood shortage. We are proud to participate in this campaign, and to provide the Aligned Data Centers team with an opportunity to roll up our collective sleeves, join with others in the data center industry, and make an important contribution to the health and welfare of the communities we call home.
February 7
Bob Cassiliano
President & CEO
Business Information
Services, Inc.and
Chairman & CEO
7×24 Exchange International
Listen to the Podcast Here:
Brought to you by
Mission Critical Magazine
Chris Crosby
Chief Executive Officer
Compass Datacenters
Episode 42: International Data Center Day 2022
This year’s International Data Center Day celebration takes place on March 23. Find out how you can participate and inspire the next generation of data center professionals from Bob Cassiliano — chairman and CEO of 7×24 Exchange Intl., the organization behind International Data Center Day — and Chris Crosby, founder and CEO of Compass Datacenters.
February 2 & 9
Data Centers: How to Get Involved
This presentation will cover topics such as:
- What is the 7×24 Exchange Organization?
- What is a Datacenter?
- Who are some of the companies involved in the Datacenter Industry?
- What Datacenter career and internship opportunities are available?
You will also hear from Datacenter veterans who will discuss:
- How you can get involved with big tech companies in the industry such as Facebook, Netflix, Google, Amazon, Spotify, Bytedance and so many more!
- How The 7×24 Exchange can help you start a new and exciting career by building your resume and making new connections within the industry.
- How you can participate in our Virtual University Challenge, which awards each school and student for participating.
- How you can receive help through scholarship opportunities.
- How you can get funds to help start up a student 7×24 Chapter at your school.
Social Media
Be sure to show your support for International Data Center Day through Social Media. Don’t forget to tag us using #Intldatacenterday
#intldatacenterday, powered by @7x24Exchange, gives us a chance to take a step back and reflect on the impact we have made in the industry and the client, partner, and trade relationships we have built along the way. pic.twitter.com/Sq40F28k1W
— Holder Construction (@holderconstruct) March 23, 2022
Reliable. Flexible. Scalable.#internationaldatacenterday #datacenters #dfwarchitect pic.twitter.com/3RdR65m1st
— Alliance Architects (@AllianceArchInc) March 23, 2022
As a top ten data center builder, JE Dunn is proud to celebrate #intldatacenterday with @7x24Exchange and our industry partners.https://t.co/DuSm024Zaa pic.twitter.com/uDy78Ty7bo
— JE Dunn Construction (@JEDunn) March 23, 2022
This #IntlDataCenterDay, let's commit to getting greener in our facilities! How? Launching next month, on Earth Day, is #GreenerData– the multi-author book on how to tackle reducing carbon emissions by leveraging your people and resources, to get more sustainable quickly. pic.twitter.com/m6KRPwwWq0
— JSA (@telecompr) March 23, 2022
International Data Center Day helps create awareness of the data center industry & inspire the next generation of talent. Join us in celebrating those who chose a career in this critical industry! #DataCenters #IntlDataCenterDay #NextGenerationTalent@7x24Exchange pic.twitter.com/6UhpHMwYw8
— Exponential Power, Inc. (@ExponentialPwr) March 23, 2022
It’s #intldatacenterday and today we celebrate all the Equinix data center Operations workers across the globe who ensure our systems are up and running 24/7. See how #Equinix is building #datacenter career awareness and training for digital skills. https://t.co/IkML6nvSeW
— Andrew Eppich (@1andreweppich) March 23, 2022
For #intldatacenterday, we sat down with data center industry veteran and M.C. Dean executive account manager Carroll Parker, who talked about the exciting challenge of supporting the federal government and mission critical infrastructure. https://t.co/3XK4u8t2Pe
— M.C. Dean (@mcdean) March 23, 2022
Join us as we celebrate International Data Center Day❗🎉 Let’s raise awareness of the opportunities and rewards that come with being part of the data center industry. #InternationalDataCenterDay
👉Click the link to learn more❗#datacenter #careerintech https://t.co/OEVvM4k0bW— CoreSite (@CoreSite) March 23, 2022
Join us as we celebrate International Data Center Day❗🎉 Let’s raise awareness of the opportunities and rewards that come with being part of the data center industry. #InternationalDataCenterDay
👉Click the link to learn more❗#datacenter #careerintech https://t.co/OEVvM4k0bW— CoreSite (@CoreSite) March 23, 2022
This #InternationalDataCenterDay we're celebrating our hard-working data center professionals who are dedicated to keeping everything connected and secure! 💻🏢🎉 pic.twitter.com/5vdIlnthIi
— Opti9 (@Opti9Tech) March 23, 2022
Happy #IntlDataCenterDay! Curious about breaking into the #techindustry or the #datacenter industry? The @IND_DCA's newest blog is out now, highlighting the event and provides insight into how 43% of the industry's roles aren't technical at all: ▶️ https://t.co/FilOqD4Knq pic.twitter.com/SGCyd9fsvT
— Data Center POST (@datacenterpost) March 23, 2022
Today we celebrate International Data Center Day! With 23+ years of experience, TAS is premier provider for design, fabrication, construction, manufacturing, installation, controls and maintenance. We are proud to be part of the data center industry! #InternationalDataCenterDay pic.twitter.com/2eqYuYwkrw
— TAS Energy Inc. (@TAS_Energy) March 23, 2022
📡 Happy #InternationalDataCenterDay from Redline Communications! Today marks the ongoing effort throughout the year to raise #awareness in this industry. 🎉
💻 Redline is the worldwide leader in private #wireless networks for #industrial and mission-critical applications. pic.twitter.com/oPtjY5ywz2
— Redline Comms (@rdlcom) March 23, 2022
In a world powered by Data, it’s important to recognise those who work in and around the Data Centre space.
So on #InternationalDataCenterDay! 👏 We celebrate all of those like us, who work to keep our world connected.#datacentre #datacentres #datacenter #technimove pic.twitter.com/tNOuuxXQsx
— Technimove (@Technimove) March 23, 2022
Happy International Data Center Day! Did you know there are over 7M data centers worldwide? Check out a data center world map and learn more about the industry here: https://t.co/sTB9jU5xf2#intldatacenterday #DataCenter pic.twitter.com/25JZFG2gms
— Janitza North America (@JanitzaNA) March 23, 2022
Today #telecomindustry professionals across the globe are celebrating #IntlDataCenterDay! 🌟 Our newest blog highlights the different jobs held by #datacenter industry professionals that might surprise you: ▶️ https://t.co/03SSuDnDbj pic.twitter.com/5mvPYv2HyJ
— Independent Data Center Alliance (@IND_DCA) March 23, 2022
Happy #IntlDataCenterDay! #Kohler is honored to join forces in generating awareness. Learn about our current #datacenter focused educational programs here >> https://t.co/6gO0pSUoEe pic.twitter.com/PHBKwEJ4Al
— KOHLER Data Centers (@KohlerDCPower) March 23, 2022
#CodeGreen22 has officially launched. #intldatacenterday #sustainability pic.twitter.com/04XK9Bk9cp
— Mission Critical (@MCritical) March 23, 2022
A huge thank you to all those in the #cloud and #datacenter industry keeping the data available for people all across the world!#intldatacenterday #intldatacenterday2022 pic.twitter.com/U6fBQGawos
— Opus Interactive (@opusinteractive) March 23, 2022
Happy #InternationalDataCenterDay! Pape-Dawson is proud to have served as civil engineer for more than 60 data centers in Texas. pic.twitter.com/pDIiCorJa1
— Pape-Dawson Engineers (@PapeDawson) March 23, 2022
#InternationalDataCenterDay is an effort to raise awareness about data centers to inspire the next generation of talent. Get involved and learn about the mission-critical career options at @CPG_Beyond: https://t.co/FgvrHyUQYS pic.twitter.com/O7jI9Msnyv
— Tom Mertz (@tjmertz1) March 23, 2022
This #InternationalDataCenterDay we celebrate all of our hard-working data center workers! 🙌
Check out our Data Center tour below ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/erfdtenqp0
— Sirius Computer Solutions (@SiriusNews) March 23, 2022
We're happy to join @7x24Exchange @MCritical and others in celebration of International Data Center Day!
The opportunities in the data center industry are as diverse as the backgrounds. Meet our team and what excites them about the data center industry#intldatacenterday #dcim pic.twitter.com/6Yp2D0NFKj
— MCIM (@mcim24x7) March 23, 2022
Happy #InternationalDataCenterDay! Today, we celebrate the home of mission-critical data and look ahead to what tomorrow’s IT brings.#intldatacenterday pic.twitter.com/3Yl1uXzoby
— TurnKey Internet (@TurnKeyInternet) March 23, 2022
Happy International Data Center Day! What a great opportunity to highlight the industry and promote it for the next generation. #data center #datacentre #internationaldatacenterdayhttps://t.co/y8lsuiECxV
— Keysource (@keysource) March 23, 2022
In honor of @7x24Exchange International Data Center Day, we spoke with Mission Critical Principal Jeff Clark for industry insight.
Utilize the link to learn more!https://t.co/d8w6W6G02k pic.twitter.com/HGW7R20JNd
— Michaud Cooley Erickson (@MichaudCooley) March 23, 2022
Happy #internationaldatacenterday! Check out our blog to learn more about data center efforts on water sustainability and climate efficient technologies in light of #worldwaterday yesterday! https://t.co/XWZpyPOA73
— LiquidStack (@liquid_stack) March 23, 2022
Happy #internationaldatacenterday!@7x24Exchange #digitalinfrastructure#datacenters#connectivity#cloud pic.twitter.com/mlQxGHhIxL
— Compass Datacenters (@CompassDCs) March 23, 2022
Based on 1,000 real-life engagements, FlexAnywhere™ Solutions provide IT blueprints to help businesses quickly deploy and fast-track their IT and business transformations. Learn more in this article: https://t.co/VhNEQ5Ek9o #hybridIT #intldatacenterday #BeyondFourWalls
— Flexential® (@flexential) March 23, 2022
Today is International Data Center Day! We love this community and appreciate the major role that #datacenters have in our daily lives. #intldatacenterday pic.twitter.com/gf0UFZIw7l
— Data Center Systems (@DataCtrSystems) March 23, 2022
Happy International Data Center Day, the brainchild of @7x24Exchange! Data centers are integral to our lives by serving up music, movies, video games and critical data that allows us to work, collaborate and connect.#intldatacenterday #datacenterconstruction #careersatcei pic.twitter.com/aHlHJ1dyqL
— Cupertino Electric (@CupertinoElec) March 23, 2022
Today is #InternationalDataCenterDay, which is cause for celebration!
Need help finding an ideal data center? Download our data center checklist here: https://t.co/TqwyEHmQSE pic.twitter.com/8xDD2FZMjQ
— DartPoints (@DartPoints) March 23, 2022
Happy #InternationalDataCenterDay! As New England’s largest & longest operating multi-tenant, mission-critical telecommunications & #datacenter facility, we are proud to contribute to the success the industry has seen. Our blog shares more: https://t.co/rsrvBt9zhP pic.twitter.com/cGaTAvOAe4
— Markley (@MarkleyBoston) March 23, 2022
Today is International Data Center Day! Join us in celebrating 🎉and createing awareness of the #datacenter industry! #InternationalDataCenterDay #IDCD2022https://t.co/kvYGLgJEPp pic.twitter.com/8yjamOsKfs
— @AscentCorp (@AscentCorp1) March 23, 2022
We talked to #Wickfisherwhite President, @dileonardo_tony about the importance of #DataCenters and the role engineers play in helping to design infrastructures that will help support them. Check it out! #internationaldatacenterday @7x24Exchange pic.twitter.com/PBjrg1aoLK
— Wick Fisher White (@WickFisherWhite) March 23, 2022
Join us in celebrating International Data Center Day, which is designed to create awareness of the data center industry and to inspire the next generation of talent! For more information on how we support Data Centers, visit https://t.co/yqGHFT7yIE#DataCenter #intldatacenterday pic.twitter.com/FOQkMbLgqJ
— Amphenol Network Solutions (@AmphenolNS) March 23, 2022
Switch celebrates International #DataCenter Day 2022! Visit our website to learn why we are recognized as the independent world-leader in exascale technology solutions: https://t.co/2kHimzCTP1 #IntlDataCenterDay pic.twitter.com/4IcsLefWm9
— Switch (@Switch) March 23, 2022
Today is International Data Center Day! An estimated 70% of the world’s internet traffic flows through Loudoun County’s “Data Center Alley,” cementing Virginia’s position as the largest data center market in the world. @LoudounBiz @7x24Exchange #NOVAEDA #IntlDataCenterDay pic.twitter.com/z85yA2m8zB
— Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) (@VEDPVirginia) March 23, 2022
Happy #intldatacenterday!
With data centers playing an integral role in our modern lives, keeping them functioning at their best is a top priority.
Learn about how often unconsidered heat sources can affect data centers and how to avoid their risks: https://t.co/kUIxrATOSF pic.twitter.com/qsMO4KcjZJ
— CPP Wind Engineering (@CPPWind) March 23, 2022
This #InternationalDataCenterDay, we're showcasing Cisco Secure's investment in building out our global cloud architecture ☁️ 🌍
Read our blog to learn more about the data center network backing our #cybersecurity solution:https://t.co/8vpvnJiWS0 pic.twitter.com/GznW4Ed2lY
— Cisco Umbrella (@CiscoUmbrella) March 23, 2022
Happy International Data Center Day! Today is a chance to raise awareness about the data center industry and inspire the next generation. Learn more at https://t.co/aeMyJfJXVM #intldatacenterday pic.twitter.com/NUKGim0881
— MilldamPR (@MilldamPR) March 23, 2022
Today we join the #telecommunications industry in celebrating #InternationalDataCenterDay. We honor the working relationships we have built throughout the years within the #DataCenter community, such as our partnership with @DataGryd: https://t.co/ldkrzLWDNm pic.twitter.com/aJ4y2vak5F
— Hylan (@TheHylanGroup) March 23, 2022
Today is the day we have all been waiting for – #InternationalDataCenterDay! Have you learned a lot this month about data centers? Learn more throughout the month as we share #datacenterfacts. https://t.co/vivkuzYW8p pic.twitter.com/hSCVi8MhVC
— SaluteMissionC (@SaluteMissionC) March 23, 2022
Today we celebrate International Data Center Day by showcasing the impact our HPC and data center partners make on our connected world, with the help of CoolIT Systems Rack DLC technology: https://t.co/AAWPXHRvL8 @7x24Exchange
— CoolIT Systems (@CoolITSystems) March 23, 2022
Take a guess: how many #DataCenters do you think there are in the U.S.? On #InternationalDataCenterDay, we're very proud to operate a few of them!
A: 500-800
B: 1,000-2,000
C: 2,500+ https://t.co/15YWjfYS6C pic.twitter.com/S4NHmvi8Wk— NFINIT (@NFINIT_USA) March 23, 2022
We’re celebrating record growth in data centers on #InternationalDataCenterDay! Several projects were brought online in 2021, driving 100s of jobs, $2B+ in capital investment & new capacity for area companies to meet their digital needs. Here's to serving up even more in 2022! pic.twitter.com/L96nfYsb6S
— ComEd (@ComEd) March 23, 2022
It’s #intldatacenterday and today we celebrate all the Equinix data center Operations workers across the globe who ensure our systems are up and running 24/7. See how #Equinix is building #datacenter career awareness and training for digital skills.
— Evelyn Ortiz (@Evy0403) March 23, 2022
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