Mark Ruttner

Globally connected business development leader and trusted rainmaker within the data center industry, with 20+ years of experience originating strategic partnerships and advancing large-scale infrastructure development worldwide. Known for gaining early access to decision makers and converting relationships into high-value engagements across hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise markets. Leverages a network of 2,000+ senior industry connections to drive revenue growth, expand market share, and position organizations for leadership within rapidly evolving digital infrastructure markets.

Originated $40M+ in net new data center revenue. Expanded sector market share by 20% globally. Drove 47% practice revenue growth (2007-2023). Built a trusted network of 2000+ senior industry leaders. Secured flagship hyperscale partnerships, including QTS, AWS, Sentinel Data Centers, Iron Mountain, eBay, Keppel Data Centers, EdgeCore, Chayora & ServerFarm.

CEO at DataCenter BD Advisors LLC (2024-05 – Present)

Founded an advisory firm focused on originating strategic business development opportunities and accelerating market entry within the global data center sector. Leverage an extensive executive network to connect operators, developers, capital partners, and service providers, providing clients direct access to senior decision makers.

VP | Data Center Global Business Development Director at Corgan Associates (2007-08 – 2023-07)

Led global business development strategy for Corgan's data center practice, driving sustained revenue growth and establishing the firm as a dominant force in hyperscale and enterprise data center design. Directed global BD initiatives across Northern Virginia (NOVA), Texas (DFW & Austin), Phoenix, Silicon Valley, Chicago, Atlanta, Ohio, and the Southeast with strong owner and partner relationships, EMEA, and APAC, expanding pipeline opportunities, and enterprise client relationships.

• Originated and closed dozens of multi-million dollar data center design and build projects, and engagements, generating over $40m+ in net new revenue.
• Expanded sector market share by 20%, supporting Corgan's emergence as the #1 globally ranked data center architecture firm.
• Established and expanded strategic partnerships with hyper-scalers, colocation providers, real estate developers, and consultants.
• Originated and cultivated executive relationships with key hyperscale operators, directly influencing architect selection and securing flagship engagements with Sentinel Data Centers and QTS, ultimately positioning Corgan as QTS's primary global data center design partner.