SES Technology at Gen+1 Elevate 2026: Supporting the Next Generation of Leaders
Why this matters?
Bringing together emerging talent, industry professionals and thought leaders, the event provided a platform for important conversations around leadership, skills and the future of our industry. Supporting future talent is a key part of our commitment to building a sustainable, forward-thinking business, and events like Gen+1 Elevate offer a valuable opportunity to connect with the next generation, share insights and help shape the future of our sector.
Key themes from the day
Several themes stood out across the event:
• Future-ready leadership – the importance of adaptability, resilience and continuous learning, explored through discussions such as “It’s a Data Centre, But Not as We Know It!”, where speakers including representatives from NVIDIA, Cudo Compute, QTS and Equinix shared perspectives on how rapid technological change is reshaping leadership expectations.
• People-first cultures – highlighted in sessions like “What Makes a Great DC Team?”, where panellists from organisations including Telehouse, Polar Data Centres, AVK and TSL discussed the importance of collaboration, diversity of thought and creating environments where individuals can thrive.
• Investment and growth in the sector – examined in “Data Centre Investment – Whose Money Is It Anyway?”, with contributors from firms such as Alantra, InfraRed, SMBC, Cathexis and Echelon exploring the evolving funding landscape and what it means for the future of infrastructure delivery.
• Skills for the future – a consistent thread throughout the day, focusing on equipping the next generation with the tools, confidence and mindset to succeed in an increasingly fast-paced and complex industry.
“It was fantastic to represent SES Technology at the event – engaging with attendees, sharing experiences and building new connections. It was inspiring to see so many ambitious individuals coming together to focus on the future of leadership.”
Julie Payne
Marketing Leader, SES Technology
Looking ahead
We’ll continue to build on the insights from the event, ensuring we play our part in supporting the next generation across our industry.
Many thanks to Lilly Reynolds, Design Manager, who also attended the event and represented us so brilliantly.
