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Will Turner

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Managing Director at Upterra
📍 Reston, Virginia, United States

Will Turner is the Managing Director and founder of Upterra, a firm specializing in corporate strategy and site selection with a primary focus on data centers and advanced manufacturing. A graduate of William & Mary with a B.A. in Government, he is also a licensed VA Real Estate Broker with over 15 years of experience.

Outside of work, Will lives in Reston, Virginia, with his wife and three children. He is actively involved in community growth, having recently announced grants to support trade career programs for high school students. His career reflects a long-standing mission to help American companies and communities thrive.

His career began in international policy at the US-China Business Council, where he advocated for American companies to the US and Chinese governments.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Reston, Virginia, United States
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Data Center Development
Leads complex data center site selection and development projects across the United States, frequently engaging with communities on zoning, energy, and economic impact.
Local Economic Growth
As a commissioner for the Loudoun Economic Development Advisory Commission, he advises government leaders on strategies to promote competitiveness and attract key industries like advanced manufacturing.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Managing Director
Upterra
1-2016 - 12-2021
Commissioner
Loudoun Economic Development Advisory Commission (EDAC)
5-2013 - 3-2023
Senior Associate
Avison Young Commercial Real Estate
3-2012 - 1-2013
Director, USA Operations
ATLAS-China
10-2008 - 3-2012
Government Affairs Manager
US-China Business Council
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Education
2003 - 2008
B.A.
William & Mary
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