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Data Center World
April 20-23, 2026
Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWashington, D.C.

Conference Overview

Call For Proposals Now Open

Speak at Data Center World 2026

Dynamic speakers are integral to the Data Center World conference program. For 2026, we are looking for new, unique, and engaging industry topics.

Whether you are a first-time speaker at Data Center World or returning, now is the time to submit your proposal for consideration for the 2026 conference program.

Do you have a topic that you are passionate about? Perhaps you have an interesting case study to share or a unique solution to a data center challenge? We want to hear from you!

SUBMIT BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

2026 Conference Tracks

Emerging IT & Data Center Technologies conference track icon

Emerging IT & Data Center Technologies

Data Center BUILD conference track icon

Data Center BUILD

Colocation, Hyperscale & Cloud Innovation conference track icon

Colocation, Hyperscale & Cloud Innovation

Power Sourcing & Sustainability conference track icon

Power Sourcing & Sustainability

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The Must-Attend Data Center Event of the Year

By participating in Data Center World, you can access the full spectrum of data center industry stakeholders – from data center leaders responsible for managing the data center environment to the solution providers powering data center innovation to the energy, construction, government, investor, and analyst sectors. The collective intellectual power and market connections of a global membership association, AFCOM, also affords both helpful networking opportunities and answers to attendees’ greatest challenges.

Data Center World isn’t just a conference. It’s an opportunity to meet with leading solution providers, attend technical labs, and speak with a collective of like-minded and connected individuals who are shaping the future of the data center industry. By attending Data Center World, you’re making an investment in your career as well as an investment in your company’s success by gathering valuable information that can advance your data center strategy.

The pace of innovation in the data center space is staggering and the pressure of micro-shifts - where data center managers have 30-60 days to implement new ideas and technologies versus the typical 12-24 months of the past – is real. Attend the one industry event that covers the full spectrum of data center market trends that matter most.

Craig Fritts

Director of Operations

U.S. Engineering Construction

Data Center World is a great way to keep up with the latest trends in data center operations, construction, and technology. Attending this conference will give you a clear picture of where the industry is heading and the opportunity to reconnect and network with friends and colleagues around the country!

Hear from Data Center World Attendees

“ Best conference I've ever attended after 30+ years of attending many global conferences and expos! Great organization, presenters, information sharing, and networking. And they feed you well with lots of delicious food and beverages. Can't wait to attend next year! ”

Adam Kotrba
Product Director
Copper Development

Discover Solutions Providers

Network with hundreds of data center experts and leading solution providers and uncover all the latest technology must-haves for your company.

Explore the expo floor and meet with over 400 vendors exhibiting hundreds of products and services that can help you identify the best technology solutions to improve your data center management strategy.

Learn what’s new in the industry and compare your options to ensure that you make the best purchasing decision for your company.

Exhibitor talking to Data Center World attendees