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Data Centers Private Equity West
October 15, 2026
Grand Hyatt San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA
October 15, 2026|Grand Hyatt San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

The nexus of private equity, power‑capital, and next‑generation data center development

A curated west coast forum for high‑conviction intelligence, capital strategy, and market‑shaping dealmaking

Data Center Private Equity West heads to San Francisco!

The West Coast’s definitive gathering for private equity and power‑capital data center investors, uniting the stakeholders driving the future of data center investment. Inquire today about speaking, sponsorship, exhibitor, and attendance opportunities.

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Total decision-makers

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VP and above seniority

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PE & data center owners

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Industry expert speakers

The largest event on the west coast for data center private equity.

Networking at Data Centers West

Who you’ll be meeting

Attend IMN's Data Centers Private Equity West to be among major industry players in Silicon Valley, at the only conference in Data Centers 100% focused on investing. Tap into this booming market and make new deals with:

  • Data center owners
  • Private equity
  • Lenders & investment bankers
  • Architecture, construction, & engineering
  • Technology providers
  • Vendor & service providers
  • And more!


Speakers at Data Centers West

Connect with power players

As the largest data center private equity event on the West Coast, this forum makes high‑value networking not just possible, but effortless.

At our last conference, more than 60% of attendees represented private equity firms and data center owners, with 68% holding VP‑level titles or higher - ensuring every conversation has the potential to move your strategy, partnerships, or deal pipeline forward.

IMN’s leading data center forum delivers unmatched access to industry decision‑makers through a mix of panels, roundtables, structured meet‑ups, and informal touchpoints, including the post‑conference cocktail reception.

Whether you’re sourcing capital, evaluating opportunities, or expanding your network of senior‑level peers, this event provides the environment to make it happen.

Register today and build your next big connection!

Speakers at Data Centers West

Leaders who took the stage in 2025

This inaugural brought together 60+ senior voices from across the data center and private equity ecosystem, including:

  • Eric Wittleder, Managing Director-Infrastructure @ Brookfield
  • Abbe Borok, Managing Director, Head of US Debt @ BGO
  • Michael Ortiz, CCO @ Innova Cloud Data Centers
  • Sapna Sorohi, Managing Director - Infrastructure Investing @ Goldman Sachs
  • Sonia Hingorany, Head of Data Center Position Optimization @ Microsoft
  • and more!
Listening in at Data Centers West

Get a pulse on the market

The data center boom is here. Stay ahead with essential insights and expert‑level guidance drawn from last year’s agenda, designed to help you navigate and capitalize on the sector’s rapid growth:

  • Economy & Demand Drivers: AI, power constraints, and the new economics of capacity
  • Valuation Fundamentals: Key metrics for assessing data center acquisitions, JVs, and M&A
  • Land Development & Construction: Power procurement, entitlements, local regulations, and site readiness
  • Future Outlook: Emerging disruptions, risks, and the trends shaping tomorrow’s market …and much more.

2026 Agenda will be live soon!

Maximize exposure. Drive results.

Boost your brand’s visibility and connect with key decision-makers in the data centers industry.

We tailor packages to meet your business goals. We make them unique for you so that your company is at the front of your buyers' minds.

Reach out to Phil Huntsman at sponsorIMN@informa.com.

Sponsors at Data Centers

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Arrow Residential

I LOVE the IMN conferences! One area that I find especially valuable are the investor small group sessions.

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