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This category celebrates a visionary who has not only pushed the boundaries of technology but also paved the way for inclusivity and innovation. Her unyielding commitment to building or operating robust, scalable, and sustainable digital infrastructure has empowered businesses, connected communities, and transformed the way we think. Through her leadership, resilience, and forward-thinking approach, she has proven that the future of digital infrastructure is both dynamic and inclusive.

What the judges are looking for

The judging panel will be looking to shortlist female leaders who have demonstrated successful leadership, resilience, and a forward-thinking approach, which has transformed the way the industry thinks and operates in the age of AI.

Who can enter

We welcome nominations for women from across the industry. This category is open to any female professional actively involved in the mission critical domain whether they work in data center strategy, design, operations, management, systems architecture or software engineering. To qualify, the individual must be female.

Congratulations to our 2025 finalists

Ana Gorgyan, Director of Engineering, Independent Power Corporation
Ana Gorgyan, Director of Engineering, Independent Power Corporation

Karen Petersburg
Karen Petersburg, Vice President of Development & Construction, PowerHouse Data Centers

Brittany Miller
Brittany Miller, Global Senior Vice President Construction, Engineering & Supply Chain, NTT Global Data Centers

Christina Mertens
Christina Mertens, VP Business Development EMEA, & Managing Director for Germany & Italy, VIRTUS Data Centres

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