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AI Data Center Supply Chain for Manufacturers

Join us for an engaging morning exploring the growing market opportunities in AI-powered data centers and the potential for regional manufacturers to support this expanding sector. This dynamic program will feature industry leaders discussing key components of data center development—from power generation and structural systems to cooling and thermal management. Attendees will gain practical insights into the technologies, materials, and partnerships shaping next-generation data infrastructure, while networking with fellow professionals, presenters, and dignitaries.

Agenda (All Speakers Subject to Change)

8:15 – 9:00 AM — Registration & Networking
Continental breakfast. Network with attendees, presenters, and dignitaries. Light refreshments will be served.

9:00 – 9:10 AM — Welcome & Introductions

Tom Reed, Director, Communications & Community Outreach, Catalyst Connection
Audrey Russo, President and CEO, Pittsburgh Technology Council

9:10 – 9:20 AM — AI Data Centers: Overview of Market Potential for Regional Manufacturers

Petra Mitchel, President and CEO, Catalyst Connection

9:20 – 10:00 AM — Panel Discussion: Power Generation
Data centers require not only large amounts of power generation, but also reliability and predictability. Learn how the natural gas industry is working to provide power solutions for this growing sector and how it fits into their business model.

Panelists:

Jim Welty, President, Marcellus Shale Coalition
Matt Henderson, Owner, Henderson Consulting
Jon R. Ball, Project Applications Engineering II - IT Cooling, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. Critical Power Solutions Division

10:00 – 10:15 AM — Networking Break

10:15 – 11:00 AM — Panel Discussion: Structural, Cabling, Racks and More!
Discover innovative solutions for data center construction featuring top suppliers in structural systems, insulated metal panels, and raised flooring. Learn how to optimize durability, efficiency, and scalability for next-generation data center facilities.

Panelists:

Matt Caskey, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Steel Nation
Larry Doyle, Regional Manager Starline Holdings, LLC, a company of Legrand, North America
Greg Lusty, President, All Weather Panels

11:00 – 11:45 AM — Panel Discussion: Cooling & Thermal Management
Unlock the latest innovations in data center cooling and thermal management with insights from leading experts in cooling systems, UPS, precision control, and HVAC ductwork. Discover strategies that boost efficiency, reliability, and performance for modern data centers.

Panelists:

Chris Massetti, President, Donwil
Pete Morgan, President, Benshaw

11:45 AM — Wrap-Up

More Speakers to be announced!

Registration:
Tech Council Members, Catalyst Connection and Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia Clients*: Early Bird Rate (Until September 24th) $40, Regular Rate $50, Late / Onsite $60.
Non-Member Price: Early Bird Rate (Until September 24th) $120, Regular Rate $150, Late / Onsite 180.

*To receive member pricing, please reach out to Monica Takacs for a coupon code.

Sponsored by:

For programming questions: Monica Takacs, Senior Director Industry Networks, mtakacs@pghtech.org or Lou Musante, Director - Growth Services, Catalyst Connection
For registration questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
For sponsorship questions: Ashley Steckel, Vice President of Business Development, asteckel@pghtech.org
For membership questions: Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager, bwozniak@pghtech.org