Send us a textIn this episode, we dive deep with Haynes Strader, a pivotal figure in the data center world, as he shares his journey from a broker at CBRE to becoming a Chief Development Officer at Skybox Datacenters. Haynes discusses the crucial role of natural gas as a bridge to a nuclear future and the significant impact of AI and electrical consumption demands driven by EVs and data centers. The conversation covers Haynes' career trajectory, the evolving landscape of data centers, the intricate challenges in power generation, and the economic advantages for cities hosting these infrastructures. Touching upon his upbringing, education, and professional milestones, Haynes also shares insights into the broader implications of technological advancements and national security concerns related to AI. Join us for a compelling look into the future of energy and technology infrastructure.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction: Bridging to a Nuclear Future01:12 Casual Catch-Up: Reconnecting with Conrad02:37 Hanes Strader's Background and Upbringing05:29 College Days: From SMU to Teach for America07:20 Entering the Real Estate World11:07 Joining the Data Center Team19:28 Transition to Development at Skybox29:25 Current Projects and Future Prospects34:52 The Future of AI and Compute Infrastructure35:28 National Security and Technological Competition37:05 Energy Generation and Environmental Concerns38:40 Texas' Regulatory Environment and Energy Infrastructure43:04 Data Center Evolution and Market Demand48:03 The Financial and Strategic Aspects of Data Centers51:41 Community Impact and Economic Benefits00:59:19 The C-Suite ClosersHaynes Most Impactful Books:https://www.amazon.com/Willie-K-Vanderbilt-II-Biography/dp/078644777Xhttps://www.amazon.com/Next-100-Years-Forecast-Century/dp/0767923057Haynes Favorite Band:The Red Hot Chili PeppersCheck out Haynes On LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/haynesstrader/Check out Great State Hat here! greatstatehat.comHelp support the podcast by subscribing!Watch the full podcasts on The C-Suite Show YouTube!Follow me on Social Media!LinkedInInstagramXInterested in my real estate brokerage firm? Check it out here: Paladin Partners!

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