Karin Selchert, Executive Vice President of AC³E Energy Services, a commercial and industrial mechanical service provider specializing in the maintenance, repair, and operations of mission-critical cooling systems for data centers. Karin began her career as a plumber, building hands-on trade expertise before transitioning into commercial/industrial sales and now executive leadership — a path that continues to guide her maintenance-first approach to the business today. AC³E supports several Fortune 10 companies through Master Service Agreements covering the ongoing maintenance and operations of their cooling infrastructure, with a client base spanning data centers, healthcare, financial services, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and commercial real estate. Karin holds an ROC plumbing license and oversees company-wide strategy and operations as AC³E expands into another geographical U.S. market. She is a vocal advocate with a passion for empowering women in the trades, previously serving on the Plumbing and HVAC Industry Advisory Boards for the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) and currently supporting organizations including Move Over Bob and Girls Can Build. As one of the few women leading in a male-dominated industry, Karin is a trailblazer working to change that landscape — opening doors for the next generation of women in the trades.

Brian is the Vice President at Stewart Title’s National Commercial Services group, where he and his team provide title insurance solutions for complex transactions across the United States. With over ten years of experience in the energy sector, Brian specializes in development, construction, and operations. He is an active member of the Houston community, co-founding the Renewable Energy Alliance (REAL) Houston and serving on its Board of Directors. Before his career in the energy industry, Brian served in the U.S. Army and completed a tour in Afghanistan.

Gaurav Chopra, CEO at fivD, brings over 23 years of leadership in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry and deep expertise in the evolving world of data center delivery. Under his leadership, fivD has successfully delivered over 80 data center projects, positioning him as a trusted voice in leveraging technology for faster, smarter outcomes. Gaurav champions technology-led design strategies that enable businesses to navigate the challenges of scale, complex sites, and compressed timelines. His focus on cross-disciplinary collaboration and the development of innovative tools continues to streamline design and construction processes. Driven by a passion for innovation, optimization, and sustainability, Gaurav is at the forefront of transforming how digital infrastructure is imagined and delivered.