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Tony Grayson is available for:
 

• Strategic Consulting: AI infrastructure design, GPU cluster architecture (NVIDIA Blackwell/Rubin, AMD, Intel), modular data center deployment, liquid cooling systems, and 30-132 kW/rack AI workloads

• Keynote Speaking: Data Center World, DataCenter Dynamics, AFCEA, NATO EDGE, 7x24 Exchange, and Australian Data Center and Cloud Conference

• Defense Advisory: CJADC2, sovereign cloud, SCIF-compliant and HEMP-rated facilities, NATO infrastructure, Australia Land 4140, and Five Eyes programs

• Nuclear Energy Strategy: SMR integration for data center baseload power, microgrids for AI and HPC, advisory board member for TerraPower and Holtec International

• Veteran Mentorship: Career transition guidance, Infrastructure Masons Veterans Chair, helped 100+ veterans enter technology careers

• Media & Podcasts: Data Center Frontier Show, Fighter Pilot Podcast, QTS Experience Podcast, DCD Zero Downtime, Yotta Podcast, Nomad Futurist

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

How do I contact Tony Grayson?

Email tonygraysonvet@gmail.com for business inquiries, speaking engagements, consulting, or media interviews. Connect via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/tonygraysonvet or follow on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok @TonyGraysonVet.

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Does Tony Grayson offer consulting services?

Yes. Tony Grayson offers strategic consulting on AI infrastructure, agentic AI, modular data centers, defense technology (CJADC2, sovereign cloud, SCIF/HEMP), and nuclear SMR integration. Tony Grayson brings Fortune 500 experience from Oracle ($1.3B budget, scaled 4 to 41 cloud regions), AWS, and Meta.

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Is Tony Grayson available for keynote speaking?

Yes. Tony Grayson keynotes at Data Center World, DataCenter Dynamics, AFCEA, NATO EDGE 24, and the Australian Data Center and Cloud Conference. Topics include AI infrastructure, nuclear energy for data centers, defense technology, crisis leadership, and veteran transition.

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What is Tony Grayson's background?

Tony Grayson is President & GM of Northstar Enterprise + Defense. Tony Grayson is a Stockdale Award-winning former Navy submarine commander (USS Providence SSN-719), DOE and Naval Reactors certified nuclear operator, and Fortune 500 tech executive (ex-SVP Oracle, AWS, Meta). Tony Grayson is a Top 10 Data Center Influencer (2021-2025) who built and sold a Top 10 Modular Data Center Company.

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Does Tony Grayson consult on defense projects?

Yes. Tony Grayson consults on defense infrastructure, including CJADC2, sovereign cloud, SCIF-compliant and HEMP-rated facilities, and NATO/Australia Land 4140 programs. Tony Grayson's Defense Advisory Board includes five retired 3-star flag officers from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army.

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Does Tony Grayson advise on nuclear energy?

Yes. Tony Grayson is DOE- and Naval Reactors-certified to oversee all aspects of a nuclear reactor. Tony Grayson commanded the nuclear submarine USS Providence and serves on the advisory boards of TerraPower (founded by Bill Gates) and Holtec International.

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Does Tony Grayson mentor veterans?

Yes. As Veterans Chair for Infrastructure Masons and Nomad Futurist, Tony Grayson has helped transition 100+ veterans into technology careers. Contact Tony Grayson for veteran mentorship opportunities.

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What is Northstar Enterprise + Defense?

Northstar Enterprise + Defense is Tony Grayson's company, designing AI-optimized modular data centers using fiber-reinforced polymer composite technology. Northstar has a $200M Enterprise + $500M Defense pipeline and partners with NVIDIA, Dell, HPE, Groq, and SambaNova.

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Why Work With Tony Grayson

• Fortune 500 Experience: SVP Oracle ($1.3B budget), AWS, Meta — scaled Oracle Cloud from 4 to 41 regions

• Military Leadership: Stockdale Award recipient, commanded USS Providence (SSN-719), DOE/Naval Reactors certified

• Industry Recognition: Top 10 Data Center Influencer (2021-2025), 40+ published articles, 20+ podcast appearances

• Defense Expertise: Secret/Top Secret infrastructure, SCIF construction, 5 retired 3-star flag officers on advisory board

• Trusted By: Google Cloud, NVIDIA, NATO, TerraPower, Holtec International
   

"Tony is a renowned industry leader with a clear vision and the chops to execute it."

— Kobi Bar-Nathan, CFO, Google Cloud

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