Please join the AFCOM Melbourne Chapter for an exclusive behind-the-scenes evening at NEXTDC M2, one of Australia's most advanced data centre facilities.

This is a rare opportunity to step inside an operational data centre, hear directly from the engineers and construction leads who brought M2 to life, and connect with industry peers over drinks and networking.

The event includes:
- A moderated panel session, 'Engineering M2: Architecture, Resilience & Energy Smart Design' - tracing M2's journey from initial blueprint to live operations, covering key engineering and construction challenges, the design decisions driving resilience, sustainability and operational performance, and the commissioning methodology that brought it all together. Panellists are from NEXTDC, Aurecon, and Kapitol Group, moderated by AFCOM Melbourne Chapter Board Member James Braunegg.
- A technical industry presentation from Vertiv, global leader in critical digital infrastructure, exploring the infrastructure forces shaping the next generation of data centres, including power densification, advanced liquid cooling, and AI-ready design.
- A guided site tour of NEXTDC M2 for up to 30 registered participants to an exclusive view of the data halls

Due to the secure and operational nature of the facility, total attendance is strictly capped. All attendees must provide full contact details and a government-issued photo ID at registration.

⚠️ Attendance is strictly pre-registered - no walk-ins permitted.

Please note that completing the registration form does not automatically register you for the event. By completing it, you consent to your details, including your name, email address and phone number, being provided to NEXTDC for the purpose of arranging site access and meeting security requirements. To confirm your attendance and ensure access, you must also RSVP directly to Nishi using the contact details above.This is detailed in your confirmation email. Pre-registration is required for security purposes.

Step away from your desk and join us for MN Data Center Strides, a refreshing monthly “Walk and Talk” where networking meets wellness. Held on the first Wednesday of each month, these casual 3-mile walks (with a coffee pitstop, of course) bring together professionals from across the Twin Cities data center community.

Whether you join for the full walk or just meet up at the coffee stop, it’s a drop-in-friendly way to connect, share ideas, and build relationships. Hosted by MN AFCOM, these gatherings are open to everyone, no matter your role or level of experience. So come walk, talk, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of data centers!

Wed, June 17: 10am-1:30PM
RiverCenter - Followed by an optional Cincinnati Reds game outing!

Join the AFCOM Ohio River Valley Chapter on June 17th at the RiverCenter in Covington, KY for our first chapter event as we relaunch and rebuild the local data center and infrastructure community.

This event will feature a high-level discussion on Emergency DAS systems, including why they matter, where they are required, and what facility, IT, and infrastructure leaders should understand when planning or managing critical buildings.

Breakfast will be provided, with an optional Cincinnati Reds game outing after the event for those who would like to continue networking.

This is a great opportunity to connect with other professionals in the data center, IT infrastructure, facilities, construction, and technology space across the Ohio River Valley region.

Sponsorships available! Contact Zachary Walton for more information!

As Arizona’s data center industry continues its rapid growth, meaningful community engagement has become more important than ever. Join the Arizona Data Center Alliance, alongside partners from the regional digital infrastructure community, for an interactive forum focused on strengthening relationships between the industry and the communities we serve.

This event will bring together operators, developers, utilities, contractors, community leaders, and industry organizations for an open discussion on the opportunities and challenges surrounding data center expansion in Arizona. Through keynote discussions, guest speakers, and collaborative workshop sessions, attendees will explore topics such as public education, sustainability, workforce development, infrastructure impacts, transparency, and long-term community partnership strategies.

More importantly, this will not simply be a presentation-style event — it will be a working session designed to generate actionable ideas and real takeaways that organizations can bring back to their teams and communities.

Whether you are directly involved in digital infrastructure development or simply passionate about the future of responsible growth in Arizona, this forum is an opportunity to help shape how our industry engages with the public moving forward.

Attendees Can Expect:

* Industry and community guest speakers
* Interactive workshop discussions
* Collaborative problem-solving sessions
* Real-world community engagement case studies
* Networking with leaders across Arizona’s data center ecosystem
* Actionable takeaways and next-step strategies

Sign up link: https://ticketstripe.com/events/6830109090715431

Special Thanks to our Lunch Sponsor!

Powering the Surge: A Women-Led Perspective on the Data Center and AI Infrastructure Revolution

As AI moves from theory to high-density reality, the underlying infrastructure is facing its most significant transformation in decades. From the industry-wide shift toward liquid cooling to the massive 40MW+ expansions currently breaking ground, the "backbone" of our digital world is being fundamentally re-engineered.

Join us for a high-stakes, all-female panel discussion featuring the industry experts leading this charge. We’re bringing together a powerhouse lineup of Power, Cooling, Construction, and Project Management experts to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to build and scale at the speed of AI.

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Step away from your desk and join us for MN Data Center Strides, a refreshing monthly “Walk and Talk” where networking meets wellness. Held on the first Wednesday of each month, these casual 3-mile walks (with a coffee pitstop, of course) bring together professionals from across the Twin Cities data center community.

Whether you join for the full walk or just meet up at the coffee stop, it’s a drop-in-friendly way to connect, share ideas, and build relationships. Hosted by MN AFCOM, these gatherings are open to everyone, no matter your role or level of experience. So come walk, talk, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of data centers!

REGISTER AT www.greatgolfeventsinc.com/afcom-mn

Join us for one of the most impactful nights of the year!

The AFCOM Arizona Happy Hour & Internship Celebration is where our community comes together to celebrate the next generation of talent, award scholarships, and unveil the collective impact of our industry through the big check presentation. Expect great conversations, strong networking with local data center leaders, and a chance to be part of something bigger than any one organization. Come raise a glass, connect with peers, and help us continue building the future of Arizona’s data center workforce.

Step away from your desk and join us for MN Data Center Strides, a refreshing monthly “Walk and Talk” where networking meets wellness. Held on the first Wednesday of each month, these casual 3-mile walks (with a coffee pitstop, of course) bring together professionals from across the Twin Cities data center community.

Whether you join for the full walk or just meet up at the coffee stop, it’s a drop-in-friendly way to connect, share ideas, and build relationships. Hosted by MN AFCOM, these gatherings are open to everyone, no matter your role or level of experience. So come walk, talk, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of data centers!

Step away from your desk and join us for MN Data Center Strides, a refreshing monthly “Walk and Talk” where networking meets wellness. Held on the first Wednesday of each month, these casual 3-mile walks (with a coffee pitstop, of course) bring together professionals from across the Twin Cities data center community.

Whether you join for the full walk or just meet up at the coffee stop, it’s a drop-in-friendly way to connect, share ideas, and build relationships. Hosted by MN AFCOM, these gatherings are open to everyone, no matter your role or level of experience. So come walk, talk, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of data centers!