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Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

October 6, 2026 at 8:00AM – 12:30PM ET CUNY Graduate Center Proshansky Auditorium 365 5th Avenue New York, NY 10016
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Speakers

Josh Pang 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

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josh pang

MD & Head of Digital Infrastructure for Apollo Infrastructure Funds

Apollo

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Amir Abdu 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

amir abdu

Managing Director

BGO, U.S. Investments Team

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John hawkins

Global Data Center Real Estate Lead

IBM

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Aidan Hayes 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

aidan hayes

MD Strategic Development

Cedar Investment Group

Kevin Lanahan 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

kevin lanahan

SVP, External Affairs & Corporate Communications

New York Independent System Operator

Peter Lewis 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

Peter c. Lewis

Founder, Chairman

Wharton Equity Partners

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Justin manaster

Principal

Conversant Capital LLC

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Jeffrey Moerdler 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

jeff moerdler

Partner | Chair – Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure Practice Group

Haynes Boone

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James Nemeroff 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

james nemeroff

Director

Ackman-Ziff

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Eric Rosenthal

Co-Founder Managing Partner

Machine Investment Group

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Matthew Satterwhite 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

matthew satterwhite

SVP Head of US Policy & Regulatory Strategy

National Grid

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brian schafer

Principal

Highland Associates

Sam Stockdale 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

Sam Stockdale

Managing Director, Power & Infrastructure

Link Logistics

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Andrew Warin 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

andrew warin

Executive Managing Director

Newmark

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Nicole Fenton 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

MODERATOR

nicole fenton

Partner

HSF Kramer

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Gregory Jaske 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

MODERATOR

gregory H. jaske

Partner

Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP

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michael j vardaro 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

MODERATOR

michael j. vardaro

Managing Partner

Zetlin & De Chiara LLP

Sean Scuderi 2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

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sean t. scuderi

Partner & Vice Chair of Construction Practice

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin

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Natalie Sachmechi  2026 Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

EMCEE

natalie Sachmechi

Associate, Nonprofit, Education & Government Practice

JLL

Hear from the Leaders Developing the Future of Data Centers

AI is driving unprecedented demand for data centers, power infrastructure and mission-critical developments. As developers, operators, engineers and investors race to scale capacity, the decisions driving the next generation of digital infrastructure are being made in rooms like this.

Why Attend:

  • Connect with the developers, capital providers, and policymakers shaping the infrastructure powering AI.
  • Learn how AI is shifting capital flows, redefining asset value, and creating new opportunities for investors and developers in the Northeast.
  • Hear how industry leaders are balancing AI power and water requirements with community impact and sustainability mandates.
  • Get expert insights into the full mission-critical development cycle, from navigating grid strain to underwriting the future of urban edge facilities.

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Agenda

Real Estate Meets AI: Investing in the Future of Digital Infrastructure
Building the Brain: How AI is Driving Data Center Demand and Development
Scaling Up: The Geographic Markets Leveraging Data Centers as an Economic Engine
The AI Resource Equation: Power, Water & Community Impact

Data Centers Development & Infrastructure Forum

Tuesday, October 6, 2026
CUNY Graduate Center Proshansky Auditorium 365 5th Avenue New York, NY 10016
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Who Should Attend

  • Developers
  • Investors
  • Lenders
  • Engineers
  • Architects
  • Policymakers
  • Tech Operators

Presenting Sponsors

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haynes boone

Haynes Boone is among the fastest-growing Am Law 100 firms, providing full-service, Chambers-ranked counsel across sectors, including corporate, energy, financial services, real estate, restructuring, litigation, intellectual property and specialty transactions. Companies at all stages rely on Haynes Boone, whether they’re in the Fortune 500 and/or S&P 500, well-funded, exchange-listed, privately held or in emerging-growth mode. More than 750 lawyers practice across 20 global offices in California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., London, Mexico City and Shanghai.

Sponsors

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olshan frome wolosky llp

Olshan is a leading New York law firm representing clients ranging from public companies, hedge, venture capital, private equity and other investment funds to entrepreneurs and private companies. We have been consistently recognized for our expertise in corporate and securities law, shareholder activism, real estate, litigation, intellectual property, advertising and marketing, tax, and bankruptcy. In addition, we have significant practices dealing with employment matters and insurance coverage. Although based in New York, our lawyers represent clients nationally and internationally.

At Olshan, the mix of clients combined with the range of our practice groups and an extremely collegial atmosphere result in a tremendous advantage. Our attorneys work closely with each other and in teams to find solutions for our clients. We offer broad and specialized services for large clients while at the same time serving smaller clients effectively on business transactions and litigation.

Olshan attorneys and practices are nationally and internationally recognized by client and peer-reviewed by Chambers USA, Legal 500 U.S., Best Lawyers®, Best Law Firms®, Lawdragon, Super Lawyers and Martindale-Hubbell.

For more information please visit https://www.olshanlaw.com/.

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tarter krinsky & drogin

Celebrating more than 25 years of legal services, Tarter Krinsky & Drogin has been a trusted partner to clients worldwide, providing strategic and practical legal solutions. With a bicoastal presence and a global network of over 100 independent law firms, we offer seamless, multidisciplinary services across more than 30 practice areas.

Our 140 lawyers, many of whom are multilingual, are dedicated to understanding our clients’ unique business needs and delivering creative, results-driven strategies and solutions.

Whether advising businesses of all sizes or navigating complex disputes, we pride ourselves on our commitment to innovative thinking, exceptional client service, and building strong, long-lasting collaborative relationships.

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cedar investment group

Cedar Investment Group is an infrastructure investment and development company that originates, finances and delivers complex infrastructure and real estate projects.

Our organization manages every stage of the project lifecycle, from origination and design through capital formation, delivery and long-term asset management.

Cedar is recognized as a leading specialist in the design and development of large-scale (>100MW) liquid-to-the-chip cooled data centers in North America. These technical facilities are focused on critical applications for the most demanding Artificial Intelligence and Hyperscale users.

The Cedar team has originated and capitalized over 1.6GW of US data center capacity since 2023.

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Ackman-Ziff is the industry’s preeminent boutique real estate capital advisory firm. Ackman-Ziff offers a wide variety of cutting-edge commercial real estate capital markets financing solutions, including debt and mezzanine financing, preferred and joint venture equity, sponsor equity, and investment sales. In business for 100 years, the privately held company is headquartered in New York City. The firm is highly regarded in the industry for its integrity, creativity, and advocacy on behalf of its clients.

Ackman-Ziff has built a dedicated Infrastructure Group focused on raising debt and equity capital across the power and digital infrastructure sectors. The firm has closed over $500 million of capitalizations across a range of strategies, with an additional $1 billion+ under closing or being marketed. The team works with developers, sponsors, and operators across data centers, power generation, energy storage, aviation, and other infrastructure strategies, providing tailored capital solutions across all stages of development and operation.

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link logistics

Link Logistics is a leading operator of last-mile industrial real estate and warehouse properties.
Established by Blackstone in 2019, Link Logistics supports the delivery of essential goods
through a half-billion-square-foot portfolio of modern warehouses across the U.S. By connecting
consumption, technology and e-commerce, we play a vital role in how businesses reach their
customers. We leverage our scale, proprietary data, and focus on sustainability and power to
help customers run smarter operations and deliver value for stakeholders. At the same time, we prioritize our people and communities, making a positive difference where we live and work.

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jll

Association Partners