New Leadership Announced for EUDCA Board
The European Data Centre Association (EUDCA) has recently welcomed new members to its board, signaling a fresh chapter in the organization’s leadership. Gary Aitkenhead, who has taken over from Michael Winterson at Equinix, and Adam Eaton, who replaces Matthew Winter at Global Switch, have been warmly received by the EUDCA community. Their expertise and dedication are expected to further the organization’s mission as the voice of Europe’s data centre industry.
Chairman Transition
Lex Coors, Chief Data Center Technology & Engineering Officer at Digital Realty, has been unanimously appointed as the new Chair of the EUDCA. He succeeds Michael Winterson, who has transitioned into the role of Managing Director to oversee daily operations. Coors expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing the importance of collaboration within the industry to navigate upcoming regulatory changes.
Commitment to the Future
Michael Winterson, now in the role of Managing Director, shared his excitement about contributing to the organization’s growth during a pivotal time for the data centre industry. He highlighted the increasing shift towards regulatory frameworks and the sector’s crucial role in supporting a digital economy.
Board Members
The newly constituted board of the EUDCA brings together a diverse group of professionals with expertise in data centre investments, sustainability, design, and operations. The board members include:
- Lex Coors, Digital Realty, Chair & Chair of the Policy Committee
- Laurens van Reijen, LCL Data Centers, Treasurer
- Andrew Harrison, Arup, Chair of the Technical Committee
- Matt Pullen, CyrusOne, Chair of CNDCP Board
- Marie Chabanon, Data4, Deputy Chair of Technical Committee
- Dick Theunissen, EdgeConneX, Deputy Chair of NTA Committee
- Géraldine Camara, France Datacenter, Deputy Chair of NTA Committee
- Matthew Baynes, Schneider Electric, NTA Coordination
- Stijn Grove, Dutch Data Center Association, NTA Coordination
- Gary Aitkenhead, Equinix
- Adam Eaton, Global Switch
The EUDCA board is well-positioned to drive the industry forward with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
