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Tony Burkart
Data Center Infrastructure, Economic Development, Energy & Location Strategy, Google
Tony Burkart is a Strategic Negotiator specializing in Energy and Location Strategy at Google, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He leads discussions with various government and regulatory agencies to support infrastructure development, focusing on creating collaborative partnerships between the public and private sectors. His work involves stakeholder engagement, corporate social responsibility programs, and workforce development initiatives. Burkart emphasizes "Win-Win" solutions that benefit both companies and governments.13
Before joining Google in October 2023, Burkart held multiple roles at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Lockheed Martin, where he managed economic development projects and public policy communications. His background includes significant experience in site selection and economic development, particularly in the aviation and aerospace sectors. He has also worked with Enterprise Florida, where he was instrumental in attracting high-wage jobs and capital investments to the state.12
Burkart is fluent in English and French and has international experience, having worked in Canada, France, and the Middle East.1