Align Expands Data Center Team to Meet Surging Industry Demand

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 18, 2025--

Align, a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions is expanding its Data Center Solutions team and capabilities to address the rapidly evolving needs of enterprise clients in today’s dynamic infrastructure landscape.

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Align is expanding its Data Center Solutions team and capabilities to address the rapidly evolving needs of enterprise clients in today’s dynamic infrastructure landscape.

With the surge in AI workloads, rising power density, and advanced cooling requirements, organizations face unprecedented challenges in modernizing and managing their data center environments. Align’s Data Center Solutions practice provides 360-degree support across the entire lifecycle—from assessments and modernization, to design, procurement, build and on-going management with its industry-leading DCIM platform, Asset Point®.

"Our clients are navigating a period of rapid change and Align is uniquely positioned to support them at every stage of their data center journey," said Jim Dooling, CEO at Align. "By expanding our team and bringing in new talent, we’re enhancing our ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that accelerate deployment and scale next-generation workloads, driving faster time-to-token and helping clients meet evolving business needs with speed and confidence."

As part of this growth, Align welcomes new talent to its Data Center Solutions leadership, including the recent appointment of Lance Poole as Vice President of Sales for Data Center Solutions.

Lance brings over 27 years of technology and data center sales experience to Align, with a proven track record in global account management, consultative sales, and building strong client relationships.

Most recently, as Vice President at Digital Realty, he delivered hundreds of MW of data center capacity across five continents, supporting some of the world’s leading organizations in scaling their digital infrastructure.

Earlier, Lance spent 14 years at Cisco Systems in sales leadership roles, further deepening his expertise in complex technological environments and client success. This expertise enhances Align’s ability to deliver seamless, integrated solutions for clients navigating multi-vendor and hybrid environments.

"At Align, our commitment to customer advocacy is at the heart of everything we do. As we expand our Data Center Solutions team, we’re focused on strengthening client relationships and supporting customers as they embrace new technologies in the age of AI,” says Rodney Willis, VP of Sales & Sourcing. “Lance Poole’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing our approach to customer advocacy and support, ensuring that our clients receive the guidance and expertise they need to navigate rapid industry change with confidence and accuracy.”

"I am excited to join Align at such a pivotal moment for the data center industry,” said Lance Poole, Vice President of Sales for Data Center Solutions. “The infrastructure landscape is evolving rapidly, and Align's comprehensive approach positions us to help clients navigate these changes successfully. I look forward to working alongside this talented team to deliver innovative solutions and help our clients achieve their strategic business goals.”

As a recognized leader in technology infrastructure, Align continues to set the standard for excellence and innovation in the data center sector, helping clients stay ahead in a rapidly changing environment.

About Align

Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions. For 40 years, leading organizations have trusted Align to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative services that drive business transformation. With a nationwide presence and global operations, Align empowers clients to meet today’s IT challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Learn more at www.align.com.

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