Accomplished Global Construction Executive, Doug, boasts 30+ years’ expertise in fostering high-performing teams and addressing complex global construction challenges with a focus on safety and sustainability. At Meta, as Senior Datacenter Engineer Lead, he champions innovation and cost optimization, aligning with sustainability goals. His leadership has resulted in significant advancements in the hyperscale datacenter industry, positioning him as a sought-after speaker worldwide. Previously, as Vice President for Microsoft, Doug oversaw multi-billion-dollar global construction projects, driving substantial cost savings and enhancing safety through digital transformation and strategic contract revisions. With a distinguished military career in the Army National Guard, he led international missions and played key roles in humanitarian efforts. At Jacobs Engineering, Doug’s strategic prowess as Group Vice President was instrumental in leading global program and construction management functions. A Registered Architect and Design Build Professional, Doug’s exemplary career is underscored by industry accolades, including recognition as one of the “Top 10 Datacenter Construction Leaders” by DataCentre and the prestigious LEGION of MERIT from the US Army. His unwavering dedication to excellence and sustainable practices underscores his commitment to the planet and global team development.