Begoña Villacís appointed new executive director of Spain DC as data center sector gears up for growth
The Spanish Association of Data Centers, known as Spain DC, has recently appointed Begoña Villacís as its new executive director. Villacís succeeds Manuel Giménez, who held the role since the organization's inception in 2021. This transition comes at a crucial time as the data center sector in Spain anticipates substantial growth and aims to strengthen its ties with governmental entities.
In a statement announcing her appointment, Spain DC’s president, Emilio Díaz, expressed confidence in Villacís’s ability to enhance the relationships within the sector and elevate public consciousness regarding the significance of data centers. "Begoña’s experience and collaborative approach will be pivotal as we navigate this key moment for the industry," Díaz remarked.
Villacís is no stranger to public service; she previously served as the deputy mayor and councilor of the Madrid City Council from 2015 to 2023. Holding a degree in Law along with a master’s in Tax Advisory and Tax Law, she has amassed a wealth of experience in both legal and technological fields. Given her profound understanding of regulatory frameworks and her expertise in technology, Villacís is regarded as the ideal candidate to spearhead Spain DC's initiatives moving forward.
Expressing her enthusiasm for her new role, Villacís stated, "I am excited and motivated by the opportunity to lead the data center sector through what I consider to be a significant challenge for both the industry and the country. Spain is in an unprecedented position to establish a robust, modern, and sustainable data center sector."
As Spain DC transitions into this new chapter, it carries the representation of nearly 200 members, accounting for more than 95% of the data center sector within the country. The association highlights that this sector significantly contributes to the nation's GDP, with projections estimating a sixfold increase in installed capacity by 2030 and an estimated investment influx of 58 billion euros.
This pivotal appointment signals a strategic move for Spain’s data center landscape as it prepares to embrace technological advancements and sustainability initiatives in an ever-evolving global market.
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