named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Allied International Mentoring Service (AIMS)
Mentoring program connecting students and early-career professionals with industry experts for career guidance
Data Center 101
Program introducing college students to the mission-critical sector and career opportunities in data center operations
International Data Center Day
Annual initiative to raise awareness about data centers and inspire next-generation talent through industry-wide outreach and education
Spring and Fall Conferences
Flagship events offering networking, educational sessions, and industry insights for mission-critical professionals; regularly attended by over 1,000 participants
Technical Committee
Committee advancing end-to-end reliability in the mission-critical industry through technical initiatives and knowledge sharing
Webinar Series (INFO Exchange)
Free one-hour educational webinars for members featuring expert knowledge on mission-critical topics
Women in Mission Critical Operations (WiMCO)
Committee focused on recruiting, supporting, and advancing women in the mission-critical industry
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 2 activities
- Funding charitable organizations supporting youth, education, healthcare, and veteransAwards grants and donations to support youth development (Boys & Girls Clubs of America), pediatric care (Children’s Hospital Los Angeles), access to higher education (Georgian Court University Scholarship Classic), guide dogs for disabled veterans (America’s VetDogs), and trauma-informed services for youth (Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation).
- Providing disaster relief supportSupports Red Cross relief efforts for California wildfires and provides donations to aid recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Initiatives 1 activity
- Advancing sustainability and energy efficiency in data centersAddresses energy efficiency and sustainability challenges in mission-critical infrastructure through its programming and supports broader social responsibility initiatives.
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Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
- Enhancing digital accessibility for usersConducts regular accessibility audits using automated and manual testing, implements the UserWay Accessibility Widget, and provides a process for users to request alternative document formats, with fulfillment within 3–5 business days.
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Digital Infrastructure Development 1 activity
- Improving member digital experience through website modernizationLaunched a redesigned website with improved navigation, design, and member self-service features to enhance user experience and engagement.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Operating an online Career Center for the mission-critical sectorRuns an online Career Center that connects job seekers and employers in the mission-critical infrastructure industry.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operating regional chapters for local professional engagementMaintains a network of 29 regional chapters globally that facilitate local networking, education, and knowledge exchange among mission-critical industry professionals.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organizing industry conferences for mission-critical infrastructure professionalsHosts biannual Spring and Fall Conferences focused on education, networking, and knowledge sharing for data center, IT, and network infrastructure professionals; events have drawn over 1,000 attendees, with recent conferences reaching full capacity. These include specialized programming on AI and traditional data centers.
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Providing career development and mentoring servicesOffers the Allied International Mentoring Service (AIMS) to support students and early-career professionals through career mentoring, and established the Women in Mission Critical Operations Committee (WiMCO) to recruit and support women in the field.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Providing educational resources and publications to membersDistributes a biannual industry journal, a monthly e-newsletter (Info Exchange), and maintains an archive of 7x24 Exchange Magazine issues and recorded conference videos accessible to members. Also offers a free webinar series to disseminate mission-critical knowledge.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Supporting community literacy and education campaignsSupported NIA Community Services Network's Read Out Loud campaign by helping procure 12,000 books distributed to student homes and facilitating author visits to 20 after-school programs in Brooklyn, reaching over 5,000 students.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Supporting workforce development and STEM education initiativesImplements programs to promote STEM education and career pathways in the mission-critical sector, including the Data Center 101 program launched in 2017 to introduce college students to the industry.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Promoting public awareness of the data center industryLaunched International Data Center Day to raise public awareness about the data center industry and highlight career opportunities within it.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.98M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$7.45M93%
Investment income$119K1%
Other revenue$414K
expenses
Total expenses$6.40M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$400K
Grants paid out$38K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$6.06M
Cash$4.21M
Investments$1.80M
Liabilities$836K
Net assets$5.22M
Liquid reserves11.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +33.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT J CASSILIANO | CHAIRMAN & CEO | 3 | $400K |
board members · 3
- CYRUS IZZO PE — PRESIDENT
- JULI IERULLI — VICE PRESIDENT
- MICHAEL SITEMAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- 14th Hour Foundation Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to fund service dogs for individuals in need.
- America’s VetDogs Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to provide guide and service dogs to wounded veterans and active military personnel.
- Boy Scouts of America Greater New York Councils Partner — Recipient of support from 7X24 Exchange Inc to enable youth participation in scouting programs in New York City.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America Partner — Recipient of a $5,000 donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support youth development programs.
- Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Partner — Recipient of a $5,000 donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support pediatric care and treatment.
- Complianz Partner — Used for cookie consent management
- Divi (Elegant Themes) Partner — Used for website design
- Doctors Without Borders Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support emergency medical response in crisis zones.
- Environmental Air Systems, LLC Partner — Strategic Account Manager from Environmental Air Systems, LLC serves as Vice President of 7X24 Exchange Inc.
- Follow Your Dream Foundation Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support production of a documentary film on leadership and perseverance.
- Friends of the Winthrop Public Library Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support construction of a new public library in Winthrop.
- Georgian Court University Partner — Sponsor of the 19th Annual Scholarship Classic, supporting access to higher education through fundraising.
- Google Partner — Engages with Google executives as participants and speakers in conferences and industry events.
- Google Partner — Has a data processing agreement with Google for website services, and requires Google to adhere to specific data use limitations.
- Google Analytics Partner — Used for website statistics and user behavior insights
- Google Fonts Partner — Used for display of webfonts on the website
- Google Maps Partner — Used for maps display on the website
- Google reCAPTCHA Partner — Used for spam prevention on the website
- Harlem Educational Activities Fund Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support college preparatory and youth leadership programs for underserved NYC students.
- Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support youth healing and empowerment programs for those affected by violence.
- Metro New York Chapter Partner — Local chapter providing regional networking and educational events for mission critical professionals.
- NIA Community Services Network Partner — Partner in the Read Out Loud campaign, receiving support for book distribution and author visits in Brooklyn after-school programs.
- National Consortium for Mission Critical Operations (NCMCO) Partner — Collaborated with NCMCO to develop the Allied International Mentoring Service (AIMS).
- Prodigious Proclivities, Inc. Partner — President of Prodigious Proclivities, Inc. serves as Vice President of 7X24 Exchange Inc.
- Rainforest Alliance Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc in support of environmental conservation efforts.
- Red Cross Partner — Collaborates with the Red Cross to support wildfire and hurricane relief efforts.
- Semper Fi Fund Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support U.S. service members recovering from injuries.
- Syska Hennessy Group Partner — President & CEO of Syska Hennessy Group serves as President of 7X24 Exchange Inc.
- Team RWB Partner — Recipient of support from 7X24 Exchange Inc to build connections between donors and veterans through community engagement.
- The Make-A-Wish Foundation Partner — Recipient of a donation from 7X24 Exchange Inc to support granting wishes to critically ill children.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Career Pathway Promotion in Mission-Critical Operationsmethodology: career_pathway_promotionBy promoting mission-critical operations as a STEM career path, the organization expands the talent pipeline, because early exposure and awareness increase youth interest and long-term sector sustainability.
- Company-Wide Membership Model to Scale Knowledge Disseminationmethodology: company_wide_membershipBy using a company-wide membership model, the organization enables broader internal access to knowledge resources, because organizational-level engagement increases cross-functional learning and sustained professional development within member companies.
- Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge Exchangemethodology: cross_disciplinary_knowledge_exchangeBy bringing together professionals across IT, facilities, and technical disciplines, the organization improves innovation and reliability in mission-critical infrastructure, because shared expertise leads to more resilient and integrated system design and operations.
- Decentralized Local Network for Regional Engagementmethodology: decentralized_local_networkBy operating through a decentralized network of local chapters, the organization increases accessibility and relevance of education and networking for data center professionals, because regionally tailored activities improve participation and knowledge transfer.