Having an internet exchange in the Richmond market is boosting the region’s digital infrastructure

The Speaker:

Ivo Ivanov has been chief executive officer at DE-CIX and board chair of the DE-CIX Group AG since 2022. Prior to this, Ivanov was chief operating officer of DE-CIX and CEO of DE-CIX International, responsible for the global business activities of the internet exchange operator.

He joined DE-CIX in 2007. He has more than 20 years of experience in the regulatory, legal and commercial internet environment.

Ranked as one of the top 100 most influential professionals of the telecom industry, Ivanov regularly shares his vision and thought leadership in various industry-leading conferences around the globe.

DE-CIX is one of the world's largest and most influential internet exchange operators. 
The German-based technology company has extended that influence to the Richmond region where it has established an internet exchange point.
DE-CIX operates 40-plus of these IXPs around the world, including in only four other U.S. markets - New York, Dallas, Chicago, and Phoenix.
Learn why DE-CIX chose the Richmond area to establish an internet exchange point distributed across three data centers (two in Henrico and one in Hanover).
DE-CIX plays a pivotal role by serving as a crucial connectivity hub for the exchange of internet traffic among various networks, including internet service providers, content providers, social network providers, and cloud providers.
Its presence ensures high-speed, low-latency internet connections, fostering digital innovation and economic growth. Businesses benefit from efficient data exchange, improving their services and competitiveness. Moreover, with its extensive global reach, DE-CIX not only connects local stakeholders but also facilitates international connectivity, making it an essential asset for any market seeking to thrive in an interconnected world.