A conference shaping the future workforce of the data centre industry.
GeN+1 Elevate Conference
GeN+1 Elevate was more than a conference, it was a celebration of the future of the data centre industry. Bringing together emerging professionals, experienced leaders, and industry pioneers, the event sparked inspiring conversations, fostered lasting connections, and showcased the talent that will drive the sector forward. The enthusiasm and engagement throughout the day exceeded every expectation, making our inaugural Elevate Conference a truly memorable milestone.
GeN+1 Elevate Conference
A conference shaping the future workforce of the data centre industry.
GeN+1 Elevate was more than a conference, it was a celebration of the future of the data centre industry.
Bringing together emerging professionals, experienced leaders, and industry pioneers, the event sparked inspiring conversations, fostered lasting connections, and showcased the talent that will drive the sector forward
The enthusiasm and engagement throughout the day exceeded every expectation, making our inaugural Elevate Conference a truly memorable milestone.
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The opportunities that GeN+1 provides to young people are undeniable. With the room full to the brim of the young talent of the data centre industry, it was great to see the absorption of advice and the enthusiasm that's so present. Thank you GeN+1, we're already looking forward to next year!
As someone still fairly new to the industry, it was
genuinely inspiring to see so many young people already
making an impact and holding positions of influence. It
was a reminder that you don't have to wait twenty years
before your voice matters.
The industry is growing at an incredible pace, but what
impressed me most was the investment in people. The
willingness to share knowledge, create opportunities
and genuinely help the next generation succeed.
SES Technology had the pleasure of sponsoring and attending the GeN+1 Elevate 2026 last week - an inspiring event focused on developing the next generation of leaders in the data centre sector. The energy, ambition and perspectives in the room were a powerful reminder of why investing in future talent matters. We're proud to support initiatives like this, creating meaningful opportunities for people to grow, lead and succeed.
Great to be part of GeN+1 Elevate 2026 last week - a genuinely inspiring event focused on shaping the next generation of leaders in the data centre sector. The energy in the room and the ambition from emerging talent really reinforced how important it is to keep investing in people and creating opportunities for growth.
A lot of hard work goes into delivering an event like the GeN+1 Conference, and last Thursday the Gen+ team absolutely delivered. The conference was a fantastic opportunity for young people to explore the wide range of careers and opportunities available within our industry, we heard from experienced professionals and gained a much better understanding of the different paths available within the sector.
Attending the GeN+1 Elevate Conference was a fantastic experience. It was great to hear from industry leaders, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with so many professionals who are helping shape the future of our industry. A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising the event, the speakers who shared their experiences, and everyone I had the opportunity to meet.
Last Thursday was an opportunity for young
people to explore the wide range of careers and
opportunities available within the data centre industry.
There were engaging panels of experienced
professionals and newcomers which helped attendees
gain a better understanding of the different routes and
opportunities available within the sector.
It is clear that the industry is evolving and changing all
the time. The next few years will we will be seeing key
market growth, investment and A.| development - A very
exciting time!
Thank you!
As someone still fairly new to the data centre world, I felt every word. The honesty, the career journeys, the conversations around leadership, talent, opportunity and where this sector is heading - all of it really landed with me! The whole day felt so well thought through, from the panels and speakers to the flow of the event and the energy in the room.
Had a great day attending the GeN+1 Elevate Conference today. Thanks for the invitation!
GeN+1 Elevate - what a unique conference!
Everything from the talk topics to the games and the
extra touches like the headshot offering was extremely
well thought-out. You could clearly feel the effort that
went into making the day both fun and informative.
Thank you and well done to the whole team, I’m sure
next year will be even bigger and better than the first
GeN+1 continues to raise the bar for industry events. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of a community backed by leaders that are genuinely invested in developing future talent.
Being a co-founder of GeN+1 has been an incredibly rewarding journey. When we started, I never imagined we'd be hosting our first Elevate Conference, bringing together so many people passionate about the future of the data centre industry. It's a proud moment and an important step towards inspiring the next generation of talent and helping address the industry's skills gap. Excited to see what's next.
