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

2026 Speakers

Discover the industry leaders, innovators, and thought leaders who will be sharing their insights at Data Center World. Our carefully curated lineup of speakers brings together diverse perspectives and cutting-edge expertise to deliver valuable content tailored to your professional growth.

Gene FurstCo-Founder and PresidentFurst Management Consulting

Gene Furst is a transformational leader with over 20 years of experience specializing in modernizing government operations, leading strategic change and creating positive change through public-private-partnerships. He currently consults for global leaders in colocation data center services, data center construction and mechanical & infrastructure providers, energy service, AI information technology, and aerospace technology leaders.

Before co-founding Furst Management, Gene led global data center operations and data center acquisitions for an Intelligence Community agency secured hundreds of millions in funding for data center design-build initiatives and led the global implementation of data center infrastructure management systems. He has a proven ability to drive organizational growth, cultivate strategic partnerships, and deliver cost-effective solutions.

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