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Linde
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Levis
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King
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Kawasaki
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John Lewis
Jersey Mikes
Jaguar
ITV
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ING
In N Out
IKEA
IHG
Hulu
HSBC
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
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Hinge
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Power in Perspectives: How Team Diversity Drives Data Center Defense - Pt 3

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Power in Perspectives: How Team Diversity Drives Data Center Defense - Pt 3

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Power in Perspectives: How Team Diversity Drives Data Center Defense - Pt 3

Speakers

Sarah Tijou

Sarah's extensive journalism experience spans across BBC Radio 1, BBC World Service, Global Radio, and ITN, leading output as a senior newsreader and producer. Her passion for uncovering and reporting the inclusive human element behind every story fuels her mission to provide invaluable insights and intelligence that drive positive, diverse change for both organizations and individuals. As Vice President of Communications at Spotlight, she continues to harness her storytelling prowess to guide international business leaders through transformative journeys, bringing a forward-thinking, global perspective to all endeavours. Beyond her career in the broadcast industry, Sarah's diverse experience as a police call handler, a bar manager, and a ski instructor, underscore her boundless curiosity and love for learning! Whether her summit is a snowy mountain peak or a global business conference, she'll certainly be there!

Sarah Tijou

Vice President of Communications

Panelle

Moderator

Wendy Stewart

Wendy Stewart is Senior Vice President of Sales Operations at DataBank, leading Sales Operations and Customer Success to strengthen client relationships and align with business goals. Since joining in 2013, she has driven customer-centric initiatives. With 20+ years in data centers and telecom, she previously held senior roles at ViaWest and Level 3. Wendy holds a Business Management degree from Dallas Christian College and serves as Board Chair-Elect for Junior Achievement of Dallas. She enjoys running, yoga, and cycling.

Wendy Stewart

Senior Vice President of Sales Operations

DataBank

Partner

Kelley Edwards

Kelley Edwards is a data center leader with 20+ years of experience in operations and process optimization. She has driven innovation at Amazon and Google, leading key projects and cross-functional teams. At Google, she oversaw two campus builds and its first third-party data center. An advocate for efficiency and risk mitigation, Kelley implements process-driven frameworks to ensure uptime. She prioritizes mentorship and talent development, fostering collaboration and continuous learning within her teams.

Kelley Edwards

Vice President of Data Center Operations

DataBank

Partner

Anupama Zagabathuni

Anupama is a seasoned technology leader with 10+ years of experience driving innovation in FinTech and financial services. She excels in software development, team leadership, and delivering scalable payment solutions—translating complex tech into real business impact across matrixed environments.

Anupama Zagabathuni

Director

Equifax

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Antra Malhotra

Antra is a technology leader with over 18 years of experience in telecommunications and finance, driving enterprise-level initiatives with a strong application development background. She excels in leading high-performing teams, improving software delivery through DevSecOps and Agile/SAFe frameworks, and creating business value. Antra is a certified AWS Solutions Architect and expert in software security and compliance.

Antra Malhotra

Associate Director - Software Development

Verizon

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Esther Alexander

Esther is a seasoned leader in security engineering and governance, currently driving secure practices at Silicon Labs as the Security Engineering & Governance Lead. With over six years of experience in this role, she oversees key security functions, including Product Security Incident Response, Governance, Risk, and Compliance, and ISO 27001 goals. She leads internal penetration testing and risk assessments and strengthens secure lifecycle practices across the organisation. Previously, at Illumina and Qualcomm, she focused on software quality, compliance with industry standards, and quality assurance. Esther’s expertise also includes program management and customer-focused engineering solutions across leading technology firms.

Esther Alexander

Security Engineering & Governance Lead

Silicon Labs

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Judy VonHandorf

With over 30 years of experience in sales and management, Judy is a Business Development Manager at C&D Technologies, a Global leading provider of energy storage solutions. She specialises in the MTDC, Cloud and AI vertical, where she delivers exceptional service and solutions to her clients on local, national, and global levels.

Judy VonHandorf

Global Accounts- Data Center

C&D Technologies

Speaker

Gabrielle Clee

Gabrielle is an experienced director with a demonstrated history of working in the low voltage cabling/telecommunications/security industry. Focusing on providing Network & Security Solutions, Electrical & Electronic Solutions.

Gabrielle Clee

Director, Business Development-U.S. Data Centers

Circet USA

Speaker

Julie Hughes

As a Senior Territory Manager - Datacom Specialist at Hubbell Premises Wiring, Julie specialises in providing advanced infrastructure solutions for data centers across the United States. With deep expertise in data cabling, network connectivity, and critical facility operations, she works closely with clients to design, implement, and optimize efficient, scalable, and secure data center systems.

Julie Hughes

Senior Territory Datacom Specialist

Hubbell

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Teresa Giralt

As the National Data Center Business Development Lead for Ameristar Perimeter Security Teresa focuses on securing mission-critical infrastructure with an emphasis on enterprise and colocation data centers. She works closely with general contractors, developers, and operators to deliver scalable, future-ready perimeter solutions—from early planning phases to complex retrofits.

Teresa Giralt

Business Development - Data Centers

Assa Abloy

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Overview:

Safety and data security in a data center are paramount- but often taken for granted. As technology evolves and cyber threats become more sophisticated, the key to a secure environment may lie not just in robust protocols and advanced tools, but also in the diversity of the teams responsible for their implementation.  

Diverse teams bring together a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and problem-solving skills that can enhance safety measures and fortify data security. By fostering an inclusive culture, data centers can create more effective strategies to identify risks, respond to incidents, and innovate solutions.  

This engaging panel discussion will explore how team diversity enhances both safety and data security. We’ll examine real-world examples of diverse teams improving operational resilience, discuss the unique challenges they encounter, and identify actionable steps organizations can take to cultivate a diverse workforce that strengthens their safety and security posture.  

Join us as we reveal why embracing diversity is not just an ethical imperative but a strategic advantage in safeguarding critical operations.

Topics of Discussion:

1. What challenges are you currently facing in leveraging diverse perspectives to strengthen safety and data security protocols in data center environments?

2. In what ways does team diversity enhance your ability to detect risks and develop innovative risk management strategies?

3. How does cultural and demographic diversity improve team communication and collaboration, particularly during emergencies or security incidents?

4. What best practices are you adopting to train diverse teams on safety and security protocols while fostering an inclusive organizational culture?

5. How can we demonstrate the business value of diversity in our safety and security efforts to support improved metrics and operational success?

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