atNorth Strengthens Leadership with New Director Appointments
The company continues to enhance its workforce by appointing a Director of People & Culture and a Director of Sustainability to support its ongoing growth initiatives.
New Roles and Responsibilities
atNorth, a prominent Nordic colocation, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence service provider, has made significant strides with two new hires that signify its dedication to responsible business practices. This follows the increasing demand for their sustainable data center solutions.
Director of People & Culture
Marie Ekström has been appointed as the Director of People & Culture. With 15 years of experience in human resources across renowned organizations such as IBM, Nordea, and Carnegie Investment Bank, Marie has a solid background in the IT sector. Her expertise will be invaluable as she takes the lead in establishing a supportive and proactive team that upholds atNorth's values of inclusivity and diversity, especially as the company scales.
Director of Sustainability
Cora Olsen joins atNorth as the Director of Sustainability, bringing over 20 years of rich experience in the sustainability domain. Her previous roles include working as a Sustainability Advisor at EY and Global Lead of ESG Reporting at Novo Nordisk. Cora's primary objective will be to build a dedicated sustainability team, enhancing the company's ability to implement and develop strategies focused on renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient technologies.
Commitment to Sustainable Development
As atNorth pursues significant data center expansion, demonstrating sustainability across all operations is paramount. By integrating team members who share its ethical vision, atNorth aims to cultivate a responsible workforce that upholds best practices in meeting the increasing need for high-performance infrastructure with minimal environmental impact.
“Our workforce is crucial to our success,” explains Eva Sóley Guðbjörnsdóttir, CFO & Deputy CEO at atNorth. “The appointments of Cora and Marie underscore our commitment to creating a diverse and unified team dedicated to providing top-tier services in sustainable infrastructure.”
Strategic Growth Moves
These new hires come on the heels of various strategic appointments made throughout the year, including Charlotte Ware as Design Director, Chris Larsen as Chief Technical Officer, and Jeff Kjeldsen as Operations Director for Denmark, among others. These roles are integral to bolstering the company’s operational capabilities as it expands its presence in the Nordic region.
About atNorth
atNorth is a leader in the Nordic data center market, specializing in sustainable, cost-effective, and scalable colocation and high-performance computing services that industry leaders trust. The firm expanded its capabilities in 2023 with the acquisition of Gompute, a top High Performance Computing (HPC) provider, thereby fortifying its service offerings tailored for AI and essential high-performance workloads.
Pioneering sustainability as its core principle, all atNorth data centers harness renewable energy and adhere to circular economy principles. The facilities are designed for efficient power usage and intelligent operations, providing flexible colocation services and resilient infrastructure solutions.
Headquartered in Reykjavik, atNorth operates seven strategically placed data centers across the Nordics, with further expansions planned in upcoming markets. Additional sites are set to open in Helsinki, Finland, and Ballerup, Denmark, in early 2025, along with new developments in Kouvola and Ølgod, Finland, and Denmark respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What roles have been recently filled at atNorth?
atNorth has appointed Marie Ekström as Director of People & Culture and Cora Olsen as Director of Sustainability.
What is the focus of atNorth's new hires?
The new hires focus on enhancing the company’s people management and sustainability strategies as its operations grow.
How does atNorth emphasize sustainability?
atNorth is dedicated to sustainability with its data centers utilizing renewable energy and promoting circular economy principles.
Who is the current CFO of atNorth?
Eva Sóley Guðbjörnsdóttir holds the position of CFO & Deputy CEO at atNorth.
Where is atNorth headquartered?
atNorth is headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, with plans for further expansions across the Nordics.
