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AI Data Center Supply Chain Forum for Manufacturers

When: October 1, 2025
Where: Mill 19 at Hazlewood Green | 4501 Lytle St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 

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In Partnership
Pittsburgh Technology Council Catalyst Connection

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

  • Petra Mitchell, President & CEO, Catalyst Connection
  • Tom Reed, Director, Communications and Community Outreach
  • Audrey Russo, President & CEO, Pittsburgh Technology Council
9:10 – 9:20 AM

AI Data Centers: Overview of Market Potential for Regional Manufacturers

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
  • Adam Galczynski, Senior Manager Business Development, UGI Energy Services
  • Anthony Limina, Senior Manager Interstate Marketing Department, National Fuel Gas Supply Corp.
  • Jim Welty, President, Marcellus Shale Coalition
  • Moderated by Matt Henderson, Owner, Henderson Consulting
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
  • Mark Caskey, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Steel Nation
  • Larry Doyle, Regional Manager, Starline Holdings, LLC (Legrand North America)
  • Greg Lusty, President, All Weather Panels
  • Moderated by Kim Tarquinio, VP, Strategic Communications. Pipitone Group
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
  • Jon R. Ball, Project Applications Engineering II – IT Cooling, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc., Critical Power Solutions Division
  • Robb Jacob, Critical Services Service Manager, Donwil
  • Pete Morgan, President, Benshaw
  • Moderated by Bill Flanagan, Chief Corporate Relations Officer, Allegheny Conference
11:45 AM

Wrap-Up

More speakers to be announced!

Registration

Tech Council Members, Catalyst Connection and Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia Clients*: Early Bird (until September 24): $40  |  Regular: $50  |  Late / Onsite: $60

Non-Member Price: Early Bird (until September 24): $120  |  Regular: $150  |  Late / Onsite: $180

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

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Questions

Programming Monica Takacs, Senior Director, Industry Networks — mtakacs@pghtech.org
Lou Musante, Director – Growth Services, Catalyst Connection
Registration Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator — llowen@pghtech.org
Sponsorship Ashley Steckel, Vice President of Business Development — asteckel@pghtech.org
Membership Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager — bwozniak@pghtech.org