AI Data Center Supply Chain Forum for Manufacturers

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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.

Event Agenda:

8:30-9:00 AM: Registration & Networking – Continental Breakfast, Network with attendees, presenters, and dignitaries. Light refreshments will be served.

9:00-9:15 AM: Welcome & Introductions.

9:15-9:30 AM: AI Data Centers: Overview of Market Potential for Regional Manufacturers.

9:30-10:10 AM: Power Generation Data centers require not only large amounts of power generation, but 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.  

10:10-10:50 AM: Structural, Cabling, Racks and more! Discover cutting-edge 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.

10:50-11:20 AM: Keynote Presentation (TBD).

11:20 AM-12:00 PM: 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 HVC ductwork. Discover strategies that boost efficiency, reliability, and performance for modern data centers.

12:00 PM: Adjourn.

Speakers to be announced!

Registration:
Tech Council Members and Catalyst Connection 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