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 About AFCOMWhere Data Center Professionals Connect, Learn, and LeadFor over 40 years, AFCOM has been the trusted community where data center operators, facilities managers, and IT infrastructure professionals turn to solve challenges, advance their careers, and shape the future of the industry. Join 2,000+ professionals who rely on AFCOM for the knowledge, connections, and resources to excel in data center operations. AFCOM is one of the best data center focused professional associations that I am aware of. I strongly recommend data center operators, engineers and professionals to join the organization and participate its excellent events. - Wenli Yu, CEO - Archimedes Controls Corp The Voice of Data Center Operations Since 1980AFCOM is the premier professional association dedicated exclusively to data center and IT infrastructure management. We exist for one purpose: to help data center professionals succeed. Whether you're managing a single enterprise facility or a portfolio of hyperscale data centers, navigating the transition to liquid cooling or optimizing legacy infrastructure, AFCOM provides the education, peer network, and practical resources you need to excel. What makes AFCOM different: 🌍 Thriving CommunityAFCOM members don't just attend events—they actively participate, contribute expertise, and support each other. This is a community built on generosity, collaboration, and mutual respect. 🎓 Vendor-Neutral EducationWe prioritize peer-to-peer learning over sales pitches. Practitioners share real-world experiences—what worked, what didn't, and lessons learned. No vendor agendas, just honest insights you can trust. 🤝 Local + National EventsWith 30+ active chapters across North America and Australia, you don't wait for an annual conference to connect. Monthly chapter meetings provide ongoing learning and relationship building, complemented by our flagship Data Center World conference. 💼 Operator-FocusedAFCOM is by operators, for operators. Every program, resource, and event is designed specifically for the people responsible for keeping data centers running 24/7/365. AFCOM has been valuable to my growth in the data center industry. Through my local chapter, events, and member community, I’ve gained practical insights, trusted relationships, and a much clearer view of where our industry is and is headed. -- Sarah Bradley, Vice President of Business Development, Iron Box AFCOM Membership has its benefits🤝 Connections That MatterData center operations can be isolating. You're often the only person in your organization who truly understands the complexity and criticality of your work. AFCOM connects you with thousands of professionals who face the same challenges:
📚 Education That Keeps You AheadThe data center industry evolves rapidly. Technologies that were cutting-edge five years ago may be obsolete today. AFCOM keeps you current with:
💼 Guidance for Career GrowthAFCOM isn't just about solving today's problems—it's about preparing for tomorrow's opportunities:
News & ResearchAccess members-only content that will help advance your knowledge and career. Data center market research including the annual State of the Data Center report and our bi-weekly Inside the Box newsletters offer in-depth, timely and comprehensive content to help you stay informed about leading technologies and developments in the IT and data center industry. As a member of AFCOM, you receive access to Data Center World insights that serve to advance your career and understanding of the data center and IT industry. AFCOM's Impact in Numbers📊 2,000+ Active members across North America and Australia 📊 30+ Local chapters meeting monthly for education and networking 📊 110+ Chapter meetings held annually with technical content 📊 45+ Years serving the data center community (since 1980) 📊 7,000+ Professionals attend Data Center World annually 📊 82% Annual membership renewal rate (members see the value) 📊 87% Of members rate their local meetings as having excellent or very high quality 📊 91% of AFCOM members state they will definitely renew their membership next year 📊 74% Of members state they are highly satisfied with their membership 📊 89% Of members would recommend an AFCOM membership to a colleague 📊 5+ years Average member tenure (long-term relationships) EventsMonthly virtual chapter meetings meet you wherever you are in the world. Quarterly local chapter events enable you to make personal connections with other IT & data center professionals in your area. And Data Center World’s Global Event Series enables you to tap into the largest and longest standing industry host. AFCOM members receive exclusive discounts to Data Center World events as well as unique member-only networking opportunities – adding to your membership experience. I’ve found AFCOM to be one of the most valuable communities in the data center and IT infrastructure industry. It brings together operators, engineers, vendors, and leaders who are genuinely focused on advancing mission-critical operations. The access to peer insights, industry research, and local chapter connections creates real, practical value - not just networking for the sake of networking. For anyone serious about growing in the data center space, AFCOM offers both the relationships and the knowledge base to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. -Greg Vlassopoulos, Consultant Solution Architect Data Centers - Schneider Electric
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