Infrastructure Masons (iMasons), a global, nonprofit, Digital Infrastructure professional association connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all, has appointed Mike Meyer, Managing Director of Portman Partners, the expert Executive Search business for data center people, to its Global Advisory Council.
The iMasons Advisory Council is a leadership committee composed of industry specialists who design, manage and operate some of the largest and most progressive digital infrastructure portfolios in the world. The purpose of the Advisory Council is to help foster growth within the iMasons Global Community across its four strategic priorities: to enhance education opportunities; champion diversity and inclusion; inspire sustainability; and promote innovative and technical excellence.
Upon his appointment, Mike will be representing Portman Partners across all of iMasons’ regional councils, sharing his knowledge and experience to help address global industry issues including the challenges surrounding attracting and retaining the talent required to grow the industry, providing input and advice on strategies tailored to the dynamics of the given region.
Santiago Suinaga, iMasons CEO, says Mike was selected due to his long-established track record in the digital infrastructure space: “Having worked within the data center and digital infrastructure space for more than 25 years, Mike’s expertise will prove invaluable. The work that he and his team do places them in a unique position with access to people and insights across the industry, putting Mike close to the strategic priorities that our Advisory Council is here to support.”
Mike says he is honoured to join the Advisory Council: “Joining the Council is a great step forward for Portman. I am delighted at the opportunity to be a part of such a diverse and dedicated group of professionals committed to bringing their knowledge, experience and passion to the table. This appointment serves to reinforce the dedication and commitment of everyone at Portman and all those already giving their time and energy on the Council, supporting the future of our industry.”
About Infrastructure Masons
Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, nonprofit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all. Since its launch in 2016, the organization has brought together 6,000 individuals across 130 countries, a community representing USD 150+ billion in infrastructure projects. iMasons provides an agnostic platform for members to connect, grow, and give back across four strategic pillars: Education, Inclusion, Innovation, and Sustainability. To date, iMasons has already contributed USD 1+ million in scholarships, launched Resource Groups including Armed Forces, Embrace, Emerging Professionals, iMWomen, and LatinX, and opened regional and local Chapters across four continents. In 2022, iMasons spearheaded the Climate Accord, uniting leaders on carbon reduction in digital infrastructure. To learn more, visit imasons.org or LinkedIn.
About Portman Partners:
Portman Partners is a globally trusted search, head-hunter and advisory firm helping a diverse set of clients find, attract, and build the best fit, future ready data center and digital infrastructure leadership teams globally. Portman focuses on relational business where they become an extension of your hiring, management, or investment team, enabling them to have a significant impact on your success at finding, hiring, and retaining top talent. Portman’s clients include Digital Infrastructure Investors and their portfolio companies, Hyperscale, Cloud, Colocation, Edge and HPC data center operators, data center Consultants and Construction firms, Tech and Plant OEM’s, Connectivity Infrastructure companies, Software, and all other related service providers. With Partners in Australia, Singapore, UAE, UK/EU, and the USA. To learn more, visit portmanpartners.com or LinkedIn.