Currently leading the modular business at Compass Datacenters, Tony Grayson brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Navy.
Over two decades, he transitioned from commanding submarines to pioneering innovations at Meta, AWS, and Oracle.
Ever wonder how leadership on a submarine translates to managing data centers? In this episode of Dissecting Popular IT Nerds, Tony Grayson dives deep into his transition from commanding submarines to leading in the tech world. Learn about modular data centers, the importance of effective leadership, and the fascinating world beneath the ocean. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a leadership junkie, there’s something in this episode for you.
Acknowledging and learning from failures is the path to growth.
Podcast Introduction [00:01]
Tony Grayson’s Career Journey [00:01:53]
The Rise of Modular Data Centers [00:02:37]
Happiness in Data Center Jobs [00:03:11]
Benefits of Modular Data Centers [00:05:10]
Data Sovereignty and On-Prem Clouds [00:10:09]
Leadership Lessons from Submarine Command [00:13:25]
Different Generations, Different Motivations [00:25:32]
Self-Evaluation for Effective Leadership [00:32:54]
Importance of Honest Conversations [00:41:38]
The Value of Allowing Mistakes [00:45:21]
UFOs and Classified Information [00:54:06]
