Jonathan Mesik
National Mission Critical Leader, Principal DLR Group
Seminars
Tuesday 2nd June 2026
Panel: Redefining Our Community Engagement Strategy to Reduce Public Pushback Across Midwestern States
11:00 am
Addressing common public misconceptions, including outdated water-use concerns and fears about resource strain, to improve trust and understanding
Engaging local government officials to align expectations, secure support and negotiate infrastructure contributions
Navigating the differences between rural towns and major metro areas within the same region, to anticipate approval challenges and tailor engagement strategies
Sharing how city leaders and data center owners collaborated to overcome early concerns, address unexpected challenges, and build long-term community support