Welcome to another episode of the Great Business Minds podcast, the definitive show for the business of digital infrastructure.
GBM is brought to you by Preiskel & Co, a leading award-winning City of London law firm, internationally recognised for its expertise in the digital infrastructure industry and the telecoms and tech sector work more broadly. Wherever your legal or regulatory needs are (including outer space) Preiskel & Co LLP can support you, so do feel free to reach out to them at www.preiskel.com.
Dive into the extraordinary world of hyperscale data centers with our latest episode, recorded live at The Tech Capital's APAC Finance Forum in Jakarta, Indonesia. This episode features the fireside chat with Robin Khuda, the founder and CEO of AirTrunk.
This special edition podcast offers an unprecedented look into the journey of a true industry pioneer. Khuda's story is one of remarkable transformation - from an 18-year-old Bangladeshi immigrant in Australia to the architect of a data center empire valued at a staggering A$24 billion.
Key highlights of this must-listen episode include:
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Market Disruption: Discover how Khuda identified a critical gap in the hyperscale data center market and boldly founded AirTrunk to fill it.
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Resilience in Action: Learn about AirTrunk's brush with bankruptcy and its phoenix-like rise from the ashes, a testament to Khuda's indomitable spirit and strategic acumen.
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Leadership Insights: Gain invaluable lessons in decision-making and resilience, straight from the experiences of this data center maverick.
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Industry Milestone: Delve into the details of the recent US$16 billion acquisition by Blackstone and CPP Investments - a record-breaking deal that's reshaping the data center landscape.
This episode is not just a story of personal triumph; it's a masterclass in identifying opportunities, navigating challenges, and driving innovation in the fast-paced world of digital infrastructure. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned industry professional, Khuda's insights offer a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
Here at the GBM podcast, we hope you enjoy this episode and do leave us a review and share it with your contacts. We invite you back again for the next episode with another big name in the digital infrastructure space.
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See you soon!
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This episode features our commercial partner Preiskel & Co, a leading award-winning City of London law firm, internationally recognised for its expertise in the digital infrastructure industry as well as the telecoms and tech sector work more broadly. Visit www.preiskel.com for more information.
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