Amanda Banker

Director, Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff @Equinix

Lawrence, KS, US
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WORK HISTORY

Oct 2025 — Present

Director, Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff @Equinix

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Redwood City, CA, US

Strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Senior Vice President of Platform Alliances at Equinix, driving alignment across cross-functional teams and accelerating execution of high-impact initiatives. I lead operational planning, communications, and strategic programs that support our mission to build and scale transformative partnerships across the digital infrastructure ecosystem.With a focus on organizational effectiveness, I manage executive priorities, facilitate decision-making, and ensure seamless coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners. I also oversee rhythm-of-business activities, including quarterly planning, strategic reviews, and leadership forums, while championing a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation.

EDUCATION

1992 — 1993

Ball State University

General Studies

1993 — 1995

Indiana Business College

Associates Degree, Business Management

1996 — 1997

University College Dublin

Literature and Writing

SKILLS

Quality AssuranceStrategySoftware DocumentationProblem SolvingSocial Media MarketingMarketingNeeds AnalysisSalesStrategic PlanningTrainingChannel PartnersAccount ManagementChange ManagementResource ManagementBlended LearningContent DevelopmentProcess ImprovementTechnical WritingTraining DeliveryStrategic CommunicationsVendor ManagementConsultingBusiness DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementProposal WritingInstructor-Led TrainingLeadershipBusiness Process ImprovementManaged ServicesEmployee TrainingTeam ManagementManagement

ABOUT AMANDA BANKER

Partner and channel strategist with over fourteen years’ experience in developing and executing strategic change and engagement plans for large company programs and services. Skilled in creating collaborative environments where integrated communication platforms and resources align to achieve a pivotal change that impacts both partners and internal stakeholders.Well-versed in designing deliverables to support change, including multipurpose training and communication assets. Excellent communication skills. Past clients and employment have included VMware, Cisco Systems, Elsevier/MC Strategies, Sprint, and Time Warner Cable.Specialties: Chief of Staff engagements, Business alignment, Strategy and Solution design, Engagement and Change Plans, Messaging, Strategic communications, training, e-learning and ILT development

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