2026 Speakers
Discover the industry leaders, innovators, and thought leaders who will be sharing their insights at Data Center World. Our carefully curated lineup of speakers brings together diverse perspectives and cutting-edge expertise to deliver valuable content tailored to your professional growth.
Darcy Nothnagle, Founder, Steelhead Strategic
Darcy Nothnagle, Founder, Steelhead Strategic, brings expertise in campaign, government relations, public affairs, policy, economic development and community affairs. In over 15 years in the technology industry, she has served as Vice President of External Affairs for Crown Castle, as Global Director of Data Center Economic and Community Development at Meta, and headed Global Data Center Policy and Community Affairs programs at Google. Her early career included political campaign management, and over a decade of Congressional office experience. She has a wealth of experience working for and with elected officials at the local, state and national level, and provides domain expertise in economic and community development, telecom policy, and a wide range of tech policy issues as well as guidance and strategy on moving specific issues forward at the government and community level. Darcy is an avid reader, enthusiastic skier, and proud mother of two. She holds a Masters Degree from the University of Bath, UK.