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Aaaaaaand part 31 is here! 🙌🏼 Join us in this intriguing episode of “𝗜 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗔 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲” led by Mark Gusakov, Advisory Board, Governance Chair at Nomad Futurist. In this video, Megan Baker, MBA, Vice President of Engagement at Green Building Initiative, shares her thoughts on why she thinks it's important to get our sustainability initiatives started sooner rather than later. 🗣 “𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦, 𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦” ― Megan Baker, Don’t miss these bi-weekly dynamic videos, and join us on this fun adventure interviewing leaders in the digital infrastructure industry, to learn a little more week after week 🌐 ➔ Previous Video: https://lnkd.in/d9XvK8Un 🔗 Important Links: https://lnkd.in/d5qzW-9i #iwanttoknowinlessthanaminute #nomadfuturistfoundation #education #youngergeneration #neverstoplearning #datacenterindustry #digitalinfrastructure #technology #nomadfuturistfamily #nomadfuturistacademy #thefutureisnow #hellotomorrow #NomadFuturist #datacenter #technologysector #missioncritical #iamthefuture #MarkGusakov #MeganBaker #GBI #GreenBuildingInitative #mutualsupport #sustainabletech #greentech #sustainableinitiatives Nabeel Mahmood | Phillip Koblence | Phill Lawson-Shanks | Erin Gillman-Dawe | Madellyn Nania | Jodie Lin | Ilissa Miller | Bill Kleyman | Mark Thiele | Santiago Suinaga | Vicki Worden | Nina Armstrong | Emily Bowers | Nilesh Bansal | Christopher Plechot Binder | Anna Bushee | Kate Callahan | Adam Feiszli | Elizabeth Fjerstad | Anthony Garcia | Anthony Guerra, | Amryl Jenkins | Katy Johnson | Joe Kurle | Emily Marx, | Jenniffer Mata Canales | Jenna Morgan Hamilton | Jenna Middaugh | Sara Rademacher | Annie Snyder | Kevin Stover | Micah Thomas | Adam Wellen | Lauren Wibe, | Tori T Yattaw

Aloha, and Welcome to Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) ’25 in Honolulu! There’s no better place to start the year than right here in paradise! As someone fortunate to call #Hawaii home, I’m thrilled to welcome you all to Honolulu for #PTC25. While many of you are coming from the chilly corners of the world, we’re here to warm things up—not just with the sun and aloha spirit, but with powerful conversations about #innovation, #climate action, #sustainability, and #education. In 2025, let’s dive deep into how we can tackle global challenges while empowering the next generation to build a better, brighter future. From the beauty of our islands to the urgency of protecting our planet, Hawaii reminds us of what’s at stake and what’s possible when we work together. Let’s meet, collaborate, and inspire each other while soaking in the sun, the culture, and the vibrant energy of this special place. E komo mai—welcome to Hawaii! I can’t wait to connect with you at PTC ’25! Brian Moon | Phillip Koblence | Shannon McMann | Ellen Yang | Naaz Bax | Isabelle Paradis | Lynn Smullen | Nomad Futurist | Air2o “Thermal Management Innovation" | Mike Sullivan | Tate | ZincFive, Inc.| Dan Ephraim | Terri Schiavello | Adam Gibson | Joel Franco Chakkalakal (PmP, PgMP, LSS Master Black Belt) | Megan Baker, MBA | Daryl Dunbar | Ilissa Miller | Mark Gusakov | Sarah El-Taher | Phill Lawson-Shanks | Santiago Suinaga | Infrastructure Masons | Abhishek Bardhan | Buffy Harakidas | Tony Grayson | Ekaterina Walter | Philbert Shih | Candice Rodriguez | Jabez Tan | Kevin Imboden | Adam Knobloch | Jeff Uphues

#TBT 🎧Listen to the full #NomadFuturist Podcast Episode featuring Jeremy Pease, CEO at Colohouse & Hivelocity: • https://lnkd.in/dJasyrih (July 2023) #podcast #podcasttechnology #thefutureisnow #hellotomorrow #neverstoplearning #technology #techleaders #IT #tech #youngergeneration #missioncritical #digitalinfrastructure #digitaltransformation #datacenterindustry #datacenter #careeroption #technologymarkets #TechInnovation #CareerGrowth #JeremyPease #ColoHouse #Hivelocity #LeadershipLessons #DataCenterExpertise #CloudHosting #TechPodcast #CareerInsights #ColohouseCEO #NomadFuturistPodcast Nabeel Mahmood | Phillip Koblence | Phill Lawson-Shanks | Erin Gillman-Dawe | Madellyn Nania | Chen Jodie Lin | Ilissa Miller | Bill Kleyman | Mark Thiele | Santiago Suinaga | Mark Gusakov

Empowering Communities: Tech for the People We're redefining how technology serves communities! Dive into our discussion on humanizing technology and the importance of community-led initiatives where everyone—from engineers to educators—can share their insights and make impactful changes together. See the full interview with Nabeel Mahmood and his work with Nomad Futurist here: https://lnkd.in/edeDPGri #CommunityLed #TechForPeople #HumanizingTechnology #Empowerment #Engineers #Education #InnovativeSolutions #ProblemSolving #Collaboration #Technology

Exciting News: I am thrilled to announce the launch of my new podcast, Diversifying The Mission Critical Space. Each episode features expert guests, insightful conversations, and practical tips to inspire and inform.  I can’t wait to share this journey with you! https://lnkd.in/e9tqTDyR

Ojonimi Bako, Co-Founder of KayaAI, shares his inspiring journey from Nigeria to the United States in a recent Nomad Futurist Podcast episode with co-hosts Nabeel Mahmood and Phillip Koblence. His story exemplifies the immigrant experience, highlighting themes of resilience, adaptability, and the pursuit of the American dream. With +20 years of experience as a seasoned entrepreneur and former technology executive, Bako's journey is not just about personal triumph but also about driving innovation across various industries. 🎧 Listen to the full Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dUkXsxxy 📽 Watch YouTube Video: https://lnkd.in/dsizWkut #digitalinfrastructure #missioncritical #youngergeneration #NomadFuturistFoundation #NomadFuturistPodcast #NomadFuturistAcademy #nomadfuturist #podcast #informationtechnology #technology #tech #data #business #technologypodcast #future #IT #networking #datacenter #thefutureisnow #hellotomorrow #leader #learning #techleader #techleaders #innovation #OjonimiBako #Nigeria #nigerian #immigrant #USAimmigrant #immigration #americandream #KayaAI #AI #artificialintelligence #immigrantexperience #resilience #adaptability #culture #culturalchange #education Phill Lawson-Shanks | Erin Gillman-Dawe | Jodie Lin | Ilissa Miller | Bill Kleyman | Mark Thiele | Santiago Suinaga | Mark Gusakov | Dean Nelson | Amanda Sosnicki | Aldrin De Guzman | Brian Yu | Brian Jess Ragaza | Rosimar Šaran-Hafner

Whaaaaaat? Already part 30?! We are more than happy to share this snippet of our video series, “𝗜 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗔 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲” led by Mark Gusakov, Advisory Board, Governance Chair at Nomad Futurist 🤩 In this video, Jonathan Eaves, Founder & CEO at Edge Centres, shares his thoughts on a rumor about the Edge "dying", with Mark and the audience. 🗣 “𝘐𝘵'𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘥; 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘐, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘶𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴” ― Jonathan Eaves Don’t miss these bi-weekly dynamic videos, and join us on this fun adventure interviewing leaders in the digital infrastructure industry, to learn a little more week after week 🌐 ➔ Previous Video: https://lnkd.in/dBrMRYDW 🔗 Important Links: https://lnkd.in/d5qzW-9i #iwanttoknowinlessthanaminute #nomadfuturistfoundation #education #youngergeneration #neverstoplearning #datacenterindustry #digitalinfrastructure #technology #nomadfuturistfamily #nomadfuturistacademy #thefutureisnow #hellotomorrow #NomadFuturist #datacenter #technologysector #missioncritical #iamthefuture #MarkGusakov #JonathanEaves #EdgeCentres #Edge #AI #futureofEdge Nabeel Mahmood | Phillip Koblence | Phill Lawson-Shanks | Erin Gillman-Dawe | Madellyn Nania | Jodie Lin | Ilissa Miller | Bill Kleyman | Mark Thiele | Santiago Suinaga | John Howl | Yu Jeen Lim | Oren Schneider

Learn more about Elea’s Chairman Alessandro Lombardi’s remarkable journey on the Nomad Futurist podcast, where he discusses the experiences that helped shape his career with hosts Nabeel Mahmood and Phillip Koblence.  From his early days in Italy playing basketball to his educational pursuits and the decisions that brought him to Brazil, Alessandro shares what led him to a leadership role in the technology sector. He also discusses his contributions as a leader in digital infrastructure, how he stays ahead in a constantly evolving industry, and his advice for aspiring professionals looking to build careers in the data center space. 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/d7hK2Beq #Datacenters #EleaDataCenters #NomadFuturistPodcast #EleaEffect #DigitalInfrastructure 

#TBT 🎧Listen to the full #NomadFuturist Podcast Episode featuring Michael Morey, Retired President & CEO at Bluebird Fiber • https://lnkd.in/dcuJFNrN (July 2023) #podcast #podcasttechnology #thefutureisnow #hellotomorrow #neverstoplearning #technology #techleaders #IT #tech #youngergeneration #missioncritical #digitalinfrastructure #digitaltransformation #datacenterindustry #datacenter #careeroption #technologymarkets #TechInnovation #CareerGrowth #MichaelMorey #BlueBird #BlueBirdNetwork #BlueBirdFiber #networking Nabeel Mahmood | Phillip Koblence | Phill Lawson-Shanks | Erin Gillman-Dawe | Jodie Lin | Ilissa Miller | Bill Kleyman | Mark Thiele | Anahita Mouro | Santiago Suinaga | Mark Gusakov | Madellyn Nania

As we close out 2024, we hope everyone in #digitalinfrastructure hears Nabeel Mahmood's inspiring call to action! KODIS Transportation certainly does, and in partnership with Nomad Futurist, we have committed to empowering underrepresented voices and driving sustainable change in digital infrastructure. Join us and the #MilevaFund as we directly respond to the need for diverse perspectives and inclusive opportunities. Let's actively fosteri inclusive education, mentorship, and innovation. Let's actively build a future where social and economic progress go hand in hand. Together, we can make a lasting impact. #DigitalInfrastructure #MilevaFund #humancapital #datacenterlogistics Nomad Futurist https://lnkd.in/g_c9zkn7