Board of Governors

Andrew serves as a principal and regional manager for DFW Consulting Group, Inc. Andrew has cultivated a reputation as a go-to resource for the design of technically complex environments. He plays a significant role in electrical design, quality control, project management, and mentoring of graduate engineers on high reliability and mission-critical projects.

AT&T

An experienced corporate real estate leader with extensive knowledge in the design and operations of critical and other facilities. A licensed professional engineer (TX #107649), Mr. Plunk began his career in consulting engineering leading teams designing a variety of building types before moving to AT&T’s Corporate Real Estate organization. Mr. Plunk has a Bachelor of Science of Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University.

Wendy joined DataBank in 2013, as the Director of Client Relations. She is currently Vice President of Sales Operations for DataBank. In her role, she is
responsible for all account management functions and client service support activities for DataBank’s customer base. Wendy also is responsible for all carrier relations for DataBank. Wendy’s primary focus lies in the development of strong customer relationships which allow the company to better identify and serve a client’s business objectives. With 20+ years in the data center and telecommunications industries, Wendy possesses the creativity and dedication to deliver superior service. Prior to joining DataBank, Wendy served as a Senior Client Relations Manager of Major Accounts for ViaWest. She has also held numerous positions in both sales and service delivery for Centric Voice and Level 3 Communications. Wendy holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a minor in Ministry and Leadership from Dallas Christian College. Actively involved in her community, Wendy also completed leadership training as a part of ‘Leadership Richardson’ and she currently serves on the Salvation Army Advisory Board of Directors. Wendy has formally served her city as a member of the City of Sachse Planning and Zoning board.

Wendy Stewart is also the CEO of Inspiring Hearts and founder of Dallas Women’s Data Center Group.

With 15 years of experience, Alejandra has a strong background in data center design, documentation and construction administration. She has been involved in the design of many significant data center projects encompassing over three million square feet leading great consultant teams.  She joined Yondr as the Design Director for the Americas where her goal is to develop a clear focus and collaborate in the design of highly efficient and beautiful data centers.

LEED AP
Director of Business Development
Humphrey & Associates

Alan is an Electrical Engineer and has been working in the Data Center, Electric Utility, & Healthcare environment for over 30 years. He is a long time member of IEEE and has been a 7×24 Exchange Lone Star Chapter Board member for two years.

Ian leads the development and implementation efforts at Command Commissioning focusing on optimization for central plants and mission critical facilities. He has over 10 years of industry experience in performance testing, development of complex systems operational models and applying new technologies for increasing efficiency and reliability.

Education
Texas Tech University
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture

Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture

“When people think of architecture, they typically focus only on the visual aspects of the building,” Dutch Wickes notes. “They don’t necessary think about the interworkings of the building. How does it stay cool? How does it stay running 24/7? I knew when I entered architectural school that I didn’t have the artistic flair of a designer. But I had a clear desire to build things. I focused my full attention on the pragmatics of making the design work. My purpose was — and still is — to make the building functional, structurally and technically sound, and environmentally efficient.”

Professional Credentials
Registered Architect: Texas, California, New Jersey

Education
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design, Ball State University
Bachelor of Architecture, Ball State University