DataBank Hosts Atlanta Career Event to Showcase Data Center Careers

DataBank hosted a career exploration event at its Atlanta facility, opening the doors to nearly 20 young people in partnership with Opportunity Runway.

• Event details: Hosted at DataBank’s Atlanta facility on a Saturday; attendees: nearly 20 young people; partners/speakers: Opportunity Runway, Method Experts, PRT Staffing; DataBank staff presenters: Anthony Hayes, Leon LaMar III, Clyde Ward; agenda: data center fundamentals, MEP, cybersecurity, physical security, operations, rack-and-stack; logistics: lunch provided by PRT Staffing.
• Background and follow-up: Career pathways highlighted included IBEW apprenticeship/trade routes with $45–$55/hr paid training versus a cited typical four-year college $60,000 starting salary; engagement: many attendees connected with presenters on LinkedIn; Hayes will continue outreach at career fairs and community events with Opportunity Runway.