Kasope Oladeji is a Director and Head of Business Development at The BE Company, where he helps to drive strategic initiatives and securing key technical partnerships, as well as playing a key role in project operations. He has been instrumental in developing a 1,000MW clean energy pipeline for data centres and has formed alliances with multi-national technology vendors in the sector. 

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With a background in law, finance, and technology infrastructure, Kasope previously worked in roles, focusing on energy and data centre investments. 

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Kasope holds an LLB from the London School of Economics and a Masters degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of Cambridge.

Natasha Medlen is a Director and Head of Client Solutions at The BE Company, where she focuses on forging strategic relationships and driving new business. She specialises in developing projects with leading AI companies and building partnerships with key stakeholders across the data centre, AI, and clean energy sectors.

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Throughout her career, Natasha has contributed to over 50MW of sustainably powered data centre projects across three continents. As a former Head of Enterprise Solutions, she has managed relationships with major energy providers, technology partners and local governments, while leading an international team to develop client and investor pipelines.

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Natasha holds an MA in Psychological and Behavioural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Badar Ayaz is the Chief Operating Officer and Finance Director at The BE Company. Badar is responsible for overseeing financial reporting of the Group, including forecasting and future financial performance, and advising the CEO on strategic financial decisions and has a critical role in mergers and acquisitions of the Group.  

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With over 20 years of business experience, Badar has an extensive background in finance and operations. Badar has a background in Corporate Audit, having been a Senior Manager in Deloitte’s North-East Practice. He was the former Head of Finance and Operations at a Data Centre Business which deployed 50MW of infrastructure assets across Canada, the USA, and the UK.

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Badar holds a BSc degree in Accounting and Finance from London School of Economics, United Kingdom and is a Full Member of The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).

Frank Cheng is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at The BE Company, where he is responsible for shaping the company’s technology roadmap and driving innovation. In this capacity, he oversees the development, implementation, and management of all technological strategies and operations.

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With over 25 years of industry experience, Frank has held numerous leadership roles in the technology sector. Prior to joining The BE Company, he played a pivotal role in developing AI products at NVIDIA. He has also held senior positions at Sony, Imagination Technologies, and Zebra Technologies, where he focused on building AI solutions for cloud platforms and edge devices.

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Frank holds a Ph.D. in Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence from the University of Surrey, United Kingdom.

Tony Hinds is the Head of Data Centre & Network Operations at BE DC Connect UK Limited, bringing more than 35 years of extensive experience in the communications infrastructure industry. In his current role, Tony leads a skilled team of engineers responsible for the seamless day-to-day management of BE’s data centres and network infrastructure. His leadership ensures the highest standards of service, working directly with customers to deliver exceptional, reliable, and secure connectivity solutions tailored to meet evolving needs.

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With a rich background spanning data centre operations, colocation, and connectivity, Tony is recognised for his strong technical acumen and strategic approach. He excels in managing complex data centre environments, optimising operational efficiencies, and ensuring business continuity. His deep expertise allows BE to consistently uphold industry-leading practices, making him a trusted partner for clients looking to leverage state-of-the-art communications infrastructure.

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Tony is a CNET Certified Data Centre Management Professional (CDCMP), underscoring his commitment to excellence in data centre management and operations. His dedication to fostering innovation and quality in service delivery is central to BE’s mission of empowering businesses with robust, scalable infrastructure solutions.

Ann-Christine Dietmann is an Associate in Capital Services at The Be Company, where she manages Investor Relations and drives project funding initiatives. Her role involves supporting key investment decisions and operational functions.

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Prior to joining The BE Company, Ann-Christine gained relevant experience through various corporate roles, including Marketing and Purchasing Strategy in Europe. Following her undergraduate degree in International and Cultural Business Studies, she worked for the PwC foundation in Düsseldorf, where she gained valuable experience in consulting, financial analysis, and project management.

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Ann-Christine holds an MSc in Management from the London School of Economics, United Kingdom.