About Data center dialogues by Data Center University
'Data center dialogues' is an exclusive podcast series for CIOs and IT leaders. Discover strategic insights into the future of IT and the growing importance of data centers. Be inspired by vision, hands-on experience and opportunities that help your business move forward in a digital-first world.
Episode 7 | The strategic importance of data centers and their role in digital transformation
As digital sovereignty and regulations like NIS2 and DORA gain importance, data centers are becoming a strategic choice for every organisation.
Joost Rommelaere and Baudouin Corlùy share insights on resilience, compliance, and competitiveness.
9 Mar 2026
Episode 6 | The impact of AI on your IT infrastructure
The success of AI is decided underneath the models: sustainable infrastructure that scales responsibly turns innovation into value for people and the planet.
Join Martin Canter (FARI Brussels) and Michael Verveckken (Fujitsu Belgium) for a dialogue on secure, energy-efficient AI architecture, digital twins, and European data spaces.
12 Jan 2026
Episode 5 | Data sovereignty, legislation and regulations
NIS2, DORA, and the US CLOUD Act are changing who controls your data. Lieven Heuninck (Apogado) and Lowie Schaubroeck (Lebon.IT) explain why “stored in Europe” is not the same as sovereign, how hidden cloud dependencies create risk, and why it should be a board topic. Listen now.
30 May 2025
Episode 4 | The future of tech in the data space: AI, quantum and next generation cooling.
In this episode, we speak with Erik Mannens (Professor and Researcher at UGent and UAntwerp) and Laurens Van Reijen (CEO at LCL Data Centers) about how AI, quantum computing and next-gen cooling are reshaping the data center industry. They discuss power demand, sustainability, liquid cooling, data sovereignty, and Europe’s role in leading responsible tech innovation. A thought-provoking conversation on the future of infrastructure in a rapidly evolving digital world.
30 May 2025
Episode 3 | A dialogue about sustainability and circularity in data center environments.
In this episode, we welcome Didier Appels (Managing Director at Circular IT Group) and Tim Sterckx (Managing Partner at EpicHorizons) for a candid discussion on how sustainability and circularity can become standard practice in data center environments. They explore the impact of reuse, the importance of energy optimisation, and how awareness, collaboration, and smarter choices can future-proof both business and society. A must-listen for anyone ready to rethink “business as usual.”
30 May 2025
Episode 2 | How can disaster recovery evolve from a checklist to a competitive strength?
In this episode, we welcome Axel Legay (AI and Cyber Security Expert) and Bjorn Van Reet (CIO at Fednot, former CIO of the Year). Together, they discuss how true cyber crisis readiness goes far beyond having a roadmap. A compelling conversation on leadership, resilience and the human side of digital defence.
30 May 2025
Episode 1 | Are you set for the coming years with your IT infrastructure?
In this episode, we welcome Tiziano Durante (Cloud Region Lead at Microsoft) and Koen Van Loo (CIO & CDO at Group S) for a sharp discussion on future-proof IT infrastructure. Discover how companies navigate between cloud, on-premises, and hybrid solutions, why hybrid doesn’t mean compromise, and how data sovereignty and confidential computing are reshaping cloud strategies. A must-listen for IT decision-makers.
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