Who We Are
Skybox is built on relationships: from our remarkable clients to our experienced team and trusted partners, we believe that people make up our greatest strengths. We aim to deliver outcomes that demonstrate our values and collaborate with those who make us better.
Our Team
At Skybox, we bring our engaging team to every project. Each member is hands on and genuinely enjoys what they do, providing their individual experience, strategy, foresight and ingenuity to create exceptional outcomes.

Rob Morris co-founded Skybox Datacenters in 2014 and serves as the company's CEO. Skybox is a leading national hyperscale data center owner, and developer. Skybox has developed over 2.5 GW of projects throughout North America. Skybox has campuses in San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, Austin, Houston, and Northern Virginia. Rob also co-founded Skybox Critical Operations, providing hyperscale data center facilities management across multiple markets in the United States. Mr. Morris has 18 years of experience in mission-critical facility design and construction with a unique focus on high-performance computing for machine learning and core computing. He is a graduate of the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, holding a BBA in Finance. Rob serves on the Executive Board of Camp John Marc in Dallas, TX.

Travis Young co-founded Skybox Datacenters and serves as CFO, shaping the company into a leading national hyperscale owner, operator, and developer. Mr. Young’s experience stretches over 28 years in finance and commercial real estate, and he is well renowned for his expertise in capital markets and large-scale infrastructure investment. Under his financial stewardship, Skybox has developed over 4.2M SF of mission-critical projects globally, while expanding its national footprint by co-founding Skybox Critical Operations. His background includes notable leadership roles at Rugen Street Capital, Cushman & Wakefield, and Merrill Lynch. He is a graduate of Pepperdine University and holds an MBA from Duke University.

Haynes Strader is the Chief Development Officer at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads strategic growth and cultivates lasting relationships with clients and capital partners across the industry. He brings over eleven years of experience in the data center sector, both in the U.S. and internationally. Haynes has represented tenants, buyers, and sellers in more than 200 data center transactions totaling over $3.5 billion in value. Before joining Skybox, Haynes served as Vice President at CBRE Data Center Solutions. He is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and serves on the SMU Dedman College Executive Board, the 21st Century Council, and the SMU Folsom Institute Board.

Gordon Kellerman is the Executive Vice President of Sales & Leasing at Skybox Datacenters, bringing 13 years of experience in critical facilities sales and marketing. He is a leading expert in data center sales, having contributed to over 1.2 gigawatts and 3 million square feet of mission critical projects across North America. Gordon is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and serves as an Associate Board Member for the Folsom School of Real Estate and on the Executive Board of Camp John Marc, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring confidence in children with chronic medical and physical challenges.

Melissa Drennan is the General Counsel at Skybox Datacenters, bringing over 30 years of legal experience across a wide range of industries including data center cooling technologies, technology licensing, utilities, leasing, and consulting services. Melissa provides strategic legal guidance on contract negotiations, business transactions, intellectual property, corporate governance, and risk management.

Robert Adkins is Senior Vice President of Operations at Skybox Critical Operations, an affiliate of Skybox Datacenters. He brings more than 30 years of real estate experience, including 16 years in data center management and deployment. Previously, he led global data center site selection and technical design implementation at IBM. At Skybox Critical Operations, he works with clients to deliver resilient, sustainable data center solutions.

Ken is the Senior Vice President of Design & Construction at Skybox Datacenters, where he manages the company's full portfolio of projects nationwide. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate real estate, focusing on design, construction, and property management. Prior to Skybox, Ken served as Senior Vice President of Design and Construction for Citi in North America, where he led innovative real estate initiatives.

Jason is a Vice President of Project Delivery at Skybox Datacenters, where he drives the development and execution of data center projects across North America. He focuses on overseeing preconstruction, scheduling, and delivering high-performance infrastructure from concept to completion. He brings over 20 years of experience managing large-scale construction and mission-critical initiatives.

Howie Crawford is a Vice President of Project Delivery at Skybox Datacenters, where he drives the development and execution of large-scale data center and mission-critical construction programs. He focuses on empowering high-performance teams, managing project financials, and delivering complex infrastructure from early concept through final commissioning. He brings over 15 years of experience directing technically demanding facilities and hyperscale initiatives.

Nick is the Vice President of Design & Engineering at Skybox Datacenters, where he oversees design and engineering across all development projects. He focuses on ensuring seamless design integration from concept to completion while supporting the construction team. Prior to Skybox, Nick served as Senior Project Manager at Cummings Electrical, bringing extensive experience in managing mission-critical infrastructure

William is the Vice President of Development Strategy at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads site selection, capital formation, and early-stage project planning. He brings a comprehensive background in large-scale commercial real estate, with a core emphasis on market analysis, investment strategy, and front-end execution. Before joining the Skybox team, William held pivotal development roles at Bridge Investment Group, Hines, and Xebec Realty, where he spearheaded the delivery of over 7 million square feet of industrial space nationwide.

Michael Krutak is the Director of Energy Strategy at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads national energy procurement and sustainable power solutions. He focuses on delivering cost-effective energy strategies for hyperscale and mission-critical environments. Prior to Skybox, Michael held leadership roles at Vantage Data Centers, Gas South, and Shell Trading. He holds a Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University and is NFA certified.

Carolyn serves as Vice President of Finance at Skybox Datacenters, bringing over 20 years of financial leadership experience and a strong background in the data center industry. Prior to joining Skybox, she held financial roles at leading companies including CyrusOne, Cyxtera, and Compass Datacenters.

Nick serves as Director of Project Finance at Skybox Datacenters, supporting the construction team with project controls, cost analysis, and risk assessment. Prior to joining Skybox, he worked in litigation consulting, specializing in construction claims for law firms and clients across multiple industries.

Eric serves as a Project Cost Manager at Skybox, providing integral support to the construction team through project controls, cost analysis, and proactive risk mitigation. Prior to joining Skybox, he oversaw various mission-critical projects in his role as a Project Manager.

Katie is responsible for project coordination, brand management and customer engagement for Skybox Datacenters. Mrs. McJunkin graduated with a BBA in Marketing from Texas A&M University. Katie previously served for three years as a Director at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, TX.

Cody serves as a Senior Project Manager at Skybox, providing direct support to the construction team across all active development projects. He brings valuable experience from previous roles as Project Manager at Birch Construction and VCC, LLC, where he led various commercial construction initiatives from planning through execution.

Ciera is the Senior Accounting Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where she leads the company’s corporate accounting functions and financial reporting. She focuses on overseeing day-to-day fiscal operations, compliance, and ensuring financial accuracy across all projects from budget to closeout. She brings a strong background in corporate accounting and financial management.

Jeremy serves as an ICT Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, responsible for managing the delivery of structured cabling and network infrastructure during fit-up and fit-out phases. He brings over 10 years of experience in data center ICT systems, most recently completing major projects with Walker Engineering.

Richard Hartsuck is the Safety Program Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads safety strategy and operations across mission-critical and hyperscale data center projects. He brings nearly 30 years of experience in executive safety leadership, focusing on building enterprise safety cultures rooted in servant leadership and behavior-based strategies. Prior to joining Skybox, Richard held senior safety leadership roles at Layton Construction, DPR Construction, and JE Dunn Construction. He is a long-standing OSHA Outreach Trainer and holds several professional credentials, including SMS, CHST, and CRIS.

Chuck serves as Senior Solutions Architect at Skybox, supporting the construction team across all development projects with a focus on fit-up and fit-out execution. He brings over 20 years of IT architecture experience, including leadership in network, telecom, data center, and AV systems. Prior to joining Skybox, Chuck was Senior Manager of Network, Telecom, Datacenters, and Audio Visual at NRG Energy.

Bethany is the Business & Finance Manager at Skybox Datacenters. She focuses on overseeing business finance processes to ensure seamless, fiscally sound project execution from start to finish. She brings a strong financial services background and holds a Biomedical Sciences degree from Texas A&M University.

Kevin serves as a Project Manager at Skybox, providing direct support to the construction team across all active development projects. He brings over six years of data center-specific experience, most recently serving as a Project Manager at DPR.

Bodie serves as a Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, supporting the construction team across all ongoing development projects. He brings strong experience in data center construction, having previously managed both enterprise and colocation projects at DPR Construction.

Anna is the Executive Administrator at Skybox Datacenters, where she supports the C-suite and leads marketing and community engagement initiatives. She focuses on streamlining executive operations and driving corporate outreach programs. Previously, she served in the marketing department at the Hankamer School of Business. She holds a degree in Marketing and Management from Baylor University.

Joe Monteith is the MEP Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads the corporate commissioning program and MEP equipment procurement. A military Veteran with deep expertise in MEPF engineering, he focuses on delivering high-quality, standardized deployments through an "owner-operator" perspective. He previously managed commissioning for over $1B in large-scale mission-critical projects.

Chris serves as a Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, supporting the construction team across ongoing development projects. Prior to joining Skybox, he worked on the operations team of an industrial general contractor, managing a range of projects both nationally and in the DFW metroplex.

Jack O’Neill serves as Senior Development Associate at Skybox Datacenters, where he advances site selection, capital markets, and investor relations. He leverages a multi-disciplinary background in engineering and real estate, focusing on technical due diligence and large-scale AI/ML site evaluation. Before Skybox, Jack managed commissioning and acquisitions at CyrusOne and RecNation. He holds degrees in Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University.

Sadie is an Administrative Assistant at Skybox Datacenters, where she coordinates daily administrative workflows and internal operations. She focuses on providing critical operational support to both the construction and HR teams to ensure seamless project execution. She brings a strong background in corporate support, previously serving as an Executive Assistant at Dialexa, an IBM company.

James Ware is the Technical Program Manager of Operational Readiness at Skybox Datacenters, where he leads the transition of new facilities into live operations. He focuses on bridging the gap between project delivery and operations to ensure data centers are safe, reliable, and ready for long-term performance. He brings more than 20 years of experience managing operational planning for mission-critical and hyperscale environments.

Rich Bovard
Technical Program Manager and Electrical SME
Rich Bovard is the Technical Program Manager and Electrical SME at Skybox Datacenters, where he ensures the company's power systems meet strict design and operational standards. He focuses on electrical safety, system reliability, and making sure facilities are built to run smoothly. He brings over 30 years of experience managing complex electrical infrastructure.

Scott Jagielski
Field Project Manager
Scott is a Field Project Manager at Skybox, responsible for on-site construction activities while supporting overall project execution. He maintains high quality standards, facilitates team coordination, and drives projects forward with efficiency and precision.

Nicole Alanis
Field Project Manager
Nicole is a Field Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where she oversees daily on-site construction activities and ground operations. She focuses on coordinating field teams and driving schedules forward to ensure efficient, high-quality execution.

Joe Buehring
Field Project Manager
Joe is a Field Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where he manages daily on-site workflows and subcontractor coordination. He focuses on facilitating clear communication between field crews and project leadership to keep builds moving seamlessly.

Terry Watling
Field Project Manager
Terry is a Field Project Manager at Skybox, responsible for on-site construction activities while supporting overall project execution. He maintains high quality standards, facilitates team coordination, and drives projects forward with efficiency and precision.

Thomas Shade
Field Project Manager
Thomass a Field Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where he oversees daily on-site construction activities and ground operations. He focuses on coordinating field teams and driving schedules forward to ensure efficient, high-quality execution.

Albert DeLuna
Field Project Manager
Albert is a Field Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, where he champions operational excellence across construction sites. He focuses on enforcing strict baseline standards and ensuring all trades adhere to Skybox’s build requirements to maintain high workflow continuity.

Miguel Vargas
Field Project Manager
Miguel is a Field Project Manager at Skybox Datacenters, serving as the central lead for operations and execution on site. He focuses on bridging the gap between field construction realities and overall project management strategy to keep timeline goals perfectly aligned.

Jason leads project management and construction implementation for Skybox datacenter projects nationwide. With over 24 years of real estate experience, he has managed complex developments for numerous Fortune 500 companies, including major global technology firms.

Monira Quejada
Project Manager
Monira is part of the program management team at Skybox, supporting nationwide projects with a focus on contracts, budgeting, and cost tracking. She brings over a decade of commercial real estate experience across tenant improvements, turnkey, and ground-up developments.
Our Partners
Skybox puts a premium on win-win relationships. We pride ourselves in building trust with our partners through each and every project. Contact us to learn more about our partnership models.