CONN3CT DATA Chicago (#CHIDC26)
About this event
Two-day data center conference emphasizing growth, education, and sustainability - the confirmed 2026 Stadium Tour stop on the organizer's site.
Session topics & tracks
State of the Industry; Energy Water Nexus; Women in Nuclear Energy; Building Future Infrastructure; Leadership and Stress Management; Community Building; On-Site Power Generation; AI Infrastructure and Supply; Sustainable Future Strategies.
Speakers
Michael Kokal (President, KODIS Holdings); David Quirk (CEO, DLB Associates); Amber Caramella (CRO, Netrality Data Centers); Craig Pennington (CTO, Montera Infrastructure); Craig Huffman (CEO, Metro Edge Development Partners); Patrick Liebler (President/CEO, Aramark Nexus); Boris Lester (Equipment Supply Chain, CoreWeave); Patricia Levya (Sustainability Lead, Equinix); Juliann Edwards (GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear); plus 50+ additional industry leaders.
Sponsors & partners
KODIS Holdings (welcome reception). Full sponsor list not enumerated on landing page.
Who should attend
Data center operators, executives, developers, and infrastructure specialists focused on growth, education, and sustainability.
Pricing
General admission $895