<![CDATA[People Behind the Power]]>d706499c-0dff-55a8-82f9-5d463d465025Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:59:35 +0000Captivate.fmMetric DCXhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/7e2b6b07-a107-44f6-96a8-b4a94b7a5125/PeopleBehindthePower-Cover-Art-web.jpgPeople Behind the PowerMetric DCXMetric DCXData centres are the backbone of the digital world. But behind every facility, every build and every operational decision, there are people making it happen. Every episode we sit down with the leaders driving the data centre industry forward. The careers they've built, the teams they've scaled are what it actually takes to deliver at the pace this sector demands.https://people-behind-the-power.captivate.fmfalseserial3e3cbc40-4e1a-11f1-b102-7fcc30d0d460nopodcastThe Future of Data Center Cooling: Joe Capes (LiquidStack) | People Behind the Power E08The Future of Data Center Cooling: Joe Capes (LiquidStack) | People Behind the Power E08In this episode of People Behind the Power (EP08), host George Bacon sits down with Joe Capes, Co-Founder of LiquidStack, to explore his journey through the evolving landscape of data center technology. From his early career in industrial automation to pioneering liquid cooling solutions for hyperscale environments, Joe shares the leadership lessons he has learned while scaling high-performing teams.

In this episode, we discuss:

Leadership & Grit: Joe’s philosophy on hiring for adaptability and the importance of empathy in building resilient, mission-driven teams (9:05).

The Evolution of Cooling: How liquid cooling has shifted from a niche technology to an essential sustainability driver for modern AI workloads (18:03).

Industry Insights: A deep dive into why liquid cooling is critical for reducing energy and water consumption in the era of AI (19:02).

Navigating Ambiguity: Why risk tolerance is the defining trait for leaders in 2026 as the industry faces rapid growth and supply chain challenges (24:00).

About the Guest:

Joe Capes is an industry veteran and the Co-Founder of LiquidStack, currently serving as VP and head of the company following its acquisition by Trane Technologies. With a background in electrical engineering and a history of successful startups, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge on building tech infrastructure that stands the test of time.

]]>In this episode of People Behind the Power (EP08), host George Bacon sits down with Joe Capes, Co-Founder of LiquidStack, to explore his journey through the evolving landscape of data center technology. From his early career in industrial automation to pioneering liquid cooling solutions for hyperscale environments, Joe shares the leadership lessons he has learned while scaling high-performing teams.

In this episode, we discuss:

Leadership & Grit: Joe’s philosophy on hiring for adaptability and the importance of empathy in building resilient, mission-driven teams (9:05).

The Evolution of Cooling: How liquid cooling has shifted from a niche technology to an essential sustainability driver for modern AI workloads (18:03).

Industry Insights: A deep dive into why liquid cooling is critical for reducing energy and water consumption in the era of AI (19:02).

Navigating Ambiguity: Why risk tolerance is the defining trait for leaders in 2026 as the industry faces rapid growth and supply chain challenges (24:00).

About the Guest:

Joe Capes is an industry veteran and the Co-Founder of LiquidStack, currently serving as VP and head of the company following its acquisition by Trane Technologies. With a background in electrical engineering and a history of successful startups, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge on building tech infrastructure that stands the test of time.

]]>1329a11e-01d7-421d-9d0d-d8c822964df3Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:35:00 +010025:46falsefull1881Buddy Rizer, Loudoun County, VirginiaBuddy Rizer, Loudoun County, VirginiaIn this episode George Bacon sits down with Buddy Rizer, Executive Director of Economic Development, Loudoun County, Virginia, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode George Bacon sits down with Buddy Rizer, Executive Director of Economic Development, Loudoun County, Virginia, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>ea9c4de9-43c0-48ff-b39b-d8e0d09336caThu, 23 Jul 2026 17:55:00 +010038:14falsefull1771Chris Downie, Welles Infrastructure AdvisorsChris Downie, Welles Infrastructure AdvisorsIn this episode Joe Lever sits down with Chris Downie, Managing Director of Welles Infrastructure Group, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode Joe Lever sits down with Chris Downie, Managing Director of Welles Infrastructure Group, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>9b5ce353-5cde-4531-bf71-f092676a796cThu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +010051:48falsefull1661Brian Moon, Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC)Brian Moon, Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC)In this episode Joe Lever sits down with Brian Moon, CEO of Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC), to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode Joe Lever sits down with Brian Moon, CEO of Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC), to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>fab8f746-2f42-437c-9596-8ca81dd35e19Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +010043:00falsefull1551Karen Petersburg, Senior Vice President, Data Center Design & Engineering, AREPKaren Petersburg, Senior Vice President, Data Center Design & Engineering, AREPIn this episode George Bacon sits down with Karen Petersburg, Senior Vice President, Data Center Design & Engineering at AREP, to discuss her career, craft and her read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode George Bacon sits down with Karen Petersburg, Senior Vice President, Data Center Design & Engineering at AREP, to discuss her career, craft and her read on where the industry is heading.

]]>69c45dbe-53dd-4c67-b525-ba9c497c5e86Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +010036:30falsefull1441Jacob Grim, ShawmutJacob Grim, ShawmutIn this episode Joe Lever sits down with Jacob Grim, Director of Preconstruction, Mission Critical at Shawmut, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode Joe Lever sits down with Jacob Grim, Director of Preconstruction, Mission Critical at Shawmut, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>76881d2c-b393-4d41-aa11-06016c04cba5Thu, 28 May 2026 16:05:00 +010021:49falsefull1331Horace Zona, Digital BridgeHorace Zona, Digital BridgeIn this episode Lucas Chadwick sits down with Horace Zona, Managing Director at Digital Bridge, to discuss his career, craft and read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode Lucas Chadwick sits down with Horace Zona, Managing Director at Digital Bridge, to discuss his career, craft and read on where the industry is heading.

]]>efbf2808-9744-4880-97a2-b183cd83f252Wed, 13 May 2026 09:15:00 +010038:29falsefull1221Tony Rossabi, Beyond Data CentersTony Rossabi, Beyond Data CentersIn this episode Joe Lever sits down with Tony Rossabi, Chairman at Beyond Data Centers, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

]]>In this episode Joe Lever sits down with Tony Rossabi, Chairman at Beyond Data Centers, to discuss his career, craft and his read on where the industry is heading.

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