Trust Builds Teams: Psychological Safety in Mission-Critical Operations

Paul Myott is the Vice President of Organizational Effectiveness and Internal Communications at DataBank, where he leads initiatives to strengthen corporate culture, enhance employee engagement, and align organizational strategies with business goals. Since joining DataBank in 2019, he has been instrumental in integrating culture and brand, contributing to the company's recognition as a top workplace.

With over two decades of experience in organizational consulting, Paul specializes in translating business strategies into effective organizational practices.

He holds a master's degree in organizational psychology and has worked with diverse organizations, including Pfizer, Aetna, and Prudential Financial. At DataBank, Paul emphasizes the measurable value of a healthy corporate culture, demonstrating its impact on performance, innovation, and business growth.

Kelley Edwards is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in data center management and process optimization. She has built a reputation for driving operational excellence and innovation at Amazon and Google, where she led critical projects and cross-functional teams. At Amazon, Kelley played a key role in advancing data center operations, while at Google, she oversaw the successful construction of two campuses and its first dedicated third-party data center.

An advocate for process-driven methodologies, Kelley has implemented frameworks that enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and ensure maximum uptime. Her leadership style emphasizes mentorship and talent development, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within her teams.

Calli Schlientz is the Director of Compliance at DataBank, where she leads a team of Compliance Engineers and oversees vulnerability assessments for both internal systems and customer infrastructures. Since joining DataBank in 2017, she has played a pivotal role in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, including FedRAMP, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.

Calli is also the Chief Compliance Officer at Common Sense Security, providing compliance consulting and conducting security assessments for various organizations. Her background includes positions at Lincoln Christian University as an Adjunct Instructor and Assistant Director of Enrollment and Student Achievement, where she gained valuable experience in academic compliance.

She holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Lincoln Christian University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Calli is a thought leader in the field, contributing to industry discussions on privacy regulations and data center compliance.