In the first episode of the Critical Careers podcast, Joyce Wady sits down with Lizzy McDowell, Director of Marketing at Kao Data.
They discuss the significance of data centres in our day to day lives, why women are making such a difference in this industry, and the personal journeys that led them to their current roles.
The conversation highlights why women feel so welcome in digital infrastructure, the challenges of the talent pipeline, and why community engagement is necessary to inspire future generations to consider careers in digital infrastructure.
“What I really want from the Critical Careers initiative is just to spark that little bit of curiosity about data centres” - Lizzy McDowell, Kao Data.
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Key Takeaways
- Data centres are crucial for everyday digital interactions.
- The narrative around data centres needs to be reframed positively.
- There are diverse career opportunities within the data centre sector beyond technical roles.
- The industry is facing a significant talent shortage that needs to be addressed.
- Community engagement is essential for inspiring future talent in the industry.
- Personal stories can inspire others to explore careers in digital infrastructure.
- Bringing more diverse perspectives to the workforce leads to better problem-solving and innovation.
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To learn more about Critical Careers, or to get in touch, head to our website: www.critical-careers.kaodata.com, or search "Critical Careers".
Learn more about our series sponsor, CBRE, at www.cbre.com
