Akerman is honored to serve as a proud sponsor of the 25th Annual Metro Connect USA Conference, presented by Capacity Global. Recognized as the preeminent gathering for the fiber and connectivity sector, this distinguished event convenes the full spectrum of industry stakeholders—including fiber providers, ISPs, data center operators, hyperscale and cloud service providers, engineering and construction firms, and leading investors—who are collectively shaping the future of digital infrastructure. The conference provides an unparalleled forum for cultivating strategic collaborations, securing investment opportunities, and acquiring critical insights into emerging trends, thereby fostering sustained growth and innovation across the digital infrastructure landscape.

James Grice, Chair of Akerman’s Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure Practice, will participate as a panelist in the session entitled “Mapping the Next Wave of Data Center Deployment,” scheduled for Monday, February 23, at 4:40 p.m. ET. This panel will explore the factors underpinning the United States’ global leadership in the data center arena, including the nation’s reliable energy resources, robust connectivity, and favorable regulatory environment.

We invite attendees to engage with additional Akerman partners from our Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure Practice, to further discuss the evolving landscape and opportunities within the sector.