Jim Gwiazda
Vice President of Public Sector, Equinix
Jim Gwiazda’s team delivered strong results in 2024 by building strategic partnerships with public sector agencies, integrators and technology providers to solve real-world problems efficiently. These collaborations fostered knowledge sharing and developed innovative solutions that directly impacted customers’ missions.
“As the leader of Equinix’s public sector growth team, I am privileged to work with a passionate and dedicated team that drives positive change and delivers innovative solutions to government agencies,” Gwiazda said. “Our deep understanding of the public sector’s unique needs and our ability to overcome institutional challenges set us apart. With our talented team and strong partnerships, Equinix is well-equipped to help agencies on their modernization journey and accelerate the delivery of capabilities to the edge.”
Why Watch
As agencies embark on their digital transformation journey, many are rapidly integrating technologies like AI into business processes. Gwiazda’s team plays a crucial role in this transformation. The digital ecosystems within Equinix enable agencies to unlock new insights and opportunities, delivering a meaningful experience at the edge. In 2025, their focus is on seamlessly connecting agencies to their critical data, partners, clouds and networks, empowering them to execute critical operations and run advanced workloads without interruptions.
“Under Jim’s guidance, Equinix’s public sector business has thrived, delivering exceptional results, and driving meaningful impact for government organizations,” said Arquelle Shaw, Equinix senior vice president of the Americas. “His strategic vision, combined with his expertise in building strong relationships, has positioned Equinix as a trusted partner in the government sector. With Jim at the helm, we are confident in our ability to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower government agencies to achieve their mission-critical objectives.”
Fun fact: Many know about Gwiazda’s passion for running, but few realize he is currently working to complete the World Marathon Majors, a series of six of the largest and most renowned marathons globally. He describes the experience as incredible so far.