TAKANOCK NAMES CRAIG MCKESSON CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER TO ACCELERATE GROWTH STRATEGY

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Takanock, LLC, a provider of integrated power solutions for the digital infrastructure sector, today announced the appointment of Craig McKesson as chief commercial officer. McKesson joins the executive team as the company enters its next phase of execution following a $500 million capital commitment from ArcLight and DigitalBridge announced June 25.

A veteran of the data center and energy sectors, McKesson brings more than 30 years of experience leading commercial strategy, sales, and marketing in mission-critical infrastructure environments. He most recently served as executive vice president of global sales and marketing at T5 Data Centers, where he helped grow the company into one of the industry's leading full-lifecycle services providers.

"Craig's leadership experience and deep understanding of both the customer and investor landscape make him the ideal addition as we operationalize our vision," said Kenneth Davies, Takanock's CEO and founder. "He's been on the front lines of what's required to bring scalable, resilient infrastructure online, and his instincts around commercial execution and storytelling will help position Takanock as a long-term partner to the industry."

As chief commercial officer, McKesson will lead Takanock's commercial and marketing strategy, working closely with customers, partners, and investors to accelerate the deployment of digital power infrastructure in constrained markets. His appointment signals the company's continued growth and ambition to deliver integrated energy solutions at scale.

"Takanock is addressing one of the most urgent challenges in the data center industry – time to power – and doing so with a clear-eyed strategy grounded in operational and technical reality," McKesson said. "I'm excited to join this mission-driven team and help drive real impact for customers and the grid alike."

Takanock is currently executing on long-term digital power contracts in Northern Virginia and Phoenix, with additional sites in development. The company's model offers hyperscalers and developers a faster path to power while reducing strain on existing grid infrastructure.

About Takanock, LLC
Takanock is a leading provider of integrated power solutions for the digital infrastructure sector. Founded in 2023, the company is focused on addressing the critical energy constraints faced by data centers in Tier I and II markets. By leveraging innovative co-located generation, Takanock enhances grid stability, accelerates data center deployment, and supports the integration of renewable energy into the grid. The company's turn-key solutions are designed to reduce reliance on traditional grid infrastructure, while simultaneously improving energy efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. Takanock's experienced team combines deep expertise in renewable energy and digital infrastructure to deliver scalable, flexible solutions that help operators meet the growing demand for digital infrastructure in a sustainable way. For more information: www.takanock.com.

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