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The 5C Advantage
We champion excellence and embrace the highest standards in our execution
Meet the Visionaries
Our executive team has over 75 years of industry experience, and a proven track record disrupting digital infrastructure.
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Steve Perez
Chief Executive Officer, President and Founder
Serving as Chief Executive Officer and President of 5C Data Centers, Steve Perez is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the company, overseeing day-to-day operations, and leading initiatives in business development. Having founded the company with a vision to revolutionize the data center industry, he also drives the technology roadmap, ensures optimum customer satisfaction, and spearheads partnerships with industry leaders. His focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions continues to maintain 5C Data Centers' position at the forefront of the industry.
Prior to starting 5C Data Centers, Perez was a founding member of Hypertec DCS (Data Center Services) and served as Vice President of Sales. There he was responsible for global sales strategy and execution and successfully completed the sale and implementation of the largest hyperscale data center projects in Canada. Before Hypertec, Perez served as Director of Sales for Bell Canada’s Business Markets where he significantly contributed to the growth of Bell’s information and communication technology solutions portfolio.
Perez received a bachelor’s degree in Arts & Science from McGill University and post-graduate certificates in technology.
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Patrick Bensabat
Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder
Serving as Chief Technology Officer for 5C Data Centers, Patrick is responsible for the company's global engineering strategy, including design, development, and construction. Patrick's focus is on reducing the company's time to market, improving project build costs, increasing engineering and construction quality, and providing operational excellence and sustainable solutions for his customers.
With a proven track record in the data center industry worldwide, Patrick Bensabat has established himself as a trusted authority in the field for over a decade. Prior to co-founding 5C Data Centers, Patrick held the position of Global Expansion Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and contributed significantly to the company's expansion. Prior to AWS, Patrick's was one of the founding members of Hypertec DCS, acting in various roles throughout his tenure including Lead Design Engineer and Principal Solutions Engineer.
Patrick holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from McGill University and is a licensed engineer in Quebec and Ontario. Patrick was among Canada's earliest Accredited Tier Designers (ATD) by the Uptime Institute and is a LEED BD+C accredited professional.
Nick Etscheid
Chief Corporate Development
Serving as Chief Corporate Development Officer, Nick is responsible for building strategic partnerships, defining market strategy, and leading real estate development activities.
Prior to joining 5C Data Centers, Nick spent six years at Amazon Web Services where he first led network capacity planning for EMEA and led all real estate development and leasing activities for the Americas. This included contracting for space in carrier hotels and developing AWS's standard campuses. Prior to that, he worked as a vendor manager for Amazon.com.
Nick received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of Washington. He currently serves as a board member for Verity Credit Union, a Seattle-based financial institution with $800M+ in assets.
Benjamin Basson
Senior Vice President of Business Development
Serving as the Senior Vice President of Business Development, Ben is spearheading 5C Data Center’s strategic initiatives aimed at supporting our customers' growth and expanding our market presence. He is also responsible for devising and executing a customer-centric business development strategy.
Prior to joining 5C Data Centers, Ben worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he led data center development and site selection across multiple core AWS regions. Ben's ability to navigate intricate negotiations and foster relationships, from executives to internal teams, aligns perfectly with our mission of serving customers effectively. His diverse background in corporate financial planning, renewable energy private equity, and board service underscores his adaptability and strategic expertise, making him a valuable addition to the 5C Data Centers leadership team.
Ben received a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Syracuse University. He currently serves on the board of Gesa Credit Union, a Washington based financial institution with $5B+ in assets
By embracing environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into our culture, we strive to have a positive impact on the environment and society while ensuring long-term profitability and resilience.
Corporate responsibility is foundational to our future
Key components of our approach to sustainability include:
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