Introducing Data Centre West & Wales
Exciting news for Data Centre professionals across the West & Wales region—your local networking scene is about to transform!
For too long, those in the sector have had to travel to London to connect with peers, share ideas, and stay in touch with the latest trends. But that’s about to change. We’re proud to introduce Data Centre West & Wales, a new initiative dedicated to creating a thriving local community for professionals in the data centre industry.
With quarterly meetups planned in both Bristol and Cardiff, this initiative is more than just an event series—it’s a platform to unite like-minded professionals, foster collaborative relationships, and create meaningful opportunities for growth and connection.
Our mission is to go beyond surface-level networking
Data Centre West & Wales is here to build a genuine community where professionals can share knowledge, exchange ideas, and discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the sector. These gatherings are designed to encourage open dialogue, spark innovation, and inspire new partnerships, all within a supportive and engaging environment.
This community has formed with a clear purpose: to help professionals across the West & Wales region grow their networks, expand their knowledge, and build lasting relationships. Whether you’re looking to discuss cutting-edge technologies, address industry challenges, or explore new career opportunities, these quarterly events will be the perfect place to do it—all without the need for long commutes to London.
Join us as we build something truly special in the West & Wales region. It’s time to bring the data centre sector closer to home and create a strong, collaborative community for the future.
Founder
Marcus Ridge serves as the Global Data Centre Manager for Cleveland Cable Company and is the dynamic founder of Data Centre West & Wales. With over a decade of experience in the data centre industry, he has advanced through various senior roles to achieve his current global position.
Marcus excels at building impactful partnerships with clients and consultants, expertly developing data centre and infrastructure strategies that drive success. A passionate advocate for collaboration, he believes that strong relationships are essential for achieving excellence in this rapidly evolving sector.
Throughout his career, Marcus has championed innovation and forged strategic alliances, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the data centre landscape. His vision and leadership are instrumental in transforming Cleveland Cable’s data centre growth and setting new standards for excellence.
Co-founder
Jantzen McCarthy, MIET is a trusted expert in data centre infrastructure, specialising in complex network and control system solutions. As an Account Manager at CommScope, he helps operators across the UK and Ireland design and deploy fibre-rich connectivity for hyperscale, colocation, edge, and AI environments.
A Member of the IET, Jantzen brings a disciplined engineering approach to integrating BMS, PMS, and EPMS systems—ensuring critical facilities run with peak reliability and efficiency in high-density, mission-critical settings.
Beyond his technical role, he mentors emerging professionals through the iMasons Innovation Committee and represents CommScope at key industry forums, championing resilient, scalable, and sustainable infrastructure for the AI and edge era.
Jantzen is also a passionate advocate for workforce wellbeing. He co-founded Data Centre West & Wales and supports mental health initiatives like Mates in Mind through active engagement and fundraising.
Focused on future-ready design, system integration, and people-first leadership, Jantzen is helping drive the next chapter in digital infrastructure.
