Coming up on its 46th year, the PTC conference in 2024 will create an immersive experience for attendees that spans technological divides and fosters discussions on the key elements of building future-ready infrastructure to align seamlessly with our digitally transforming world.
Driving Innovation Forward
PTC’24 is poised to redefine our annual conference experience and establish new standards. This transformation marks a significant leap forward by creating a dynamic hub where leaders from the digital infrastructure, information, and communications technology (ICT) sectors converge to exchange ideas, foster transformation, and collectively shape the future.
Here’s a glimpse of PTC’24, which will take place at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii from 21–24 January 2024.
Center Stage Spotlights Views From The C-Suite
A notable highlight of PTC’24 includes Center Stage sessions featuring C-suite executives at the forefront of global digital transformation. Participants will gain intimate insight into the strategic minds shaping companies involved in constructing infrastructure as well as the perspectives of AI visionaries and sustainability pioneers.
Center Stage discussions kick off with a focus on video and AI as catalysts for industry transformation. A panel of digital infrastructure investors will address crucial questions about the industry’s trajectory amidst global challenges and offer strategic insights into adapting digital infrastructure to economic fluctuations.
The event’s agenda will also feature a select group of CEOs discussing how to navigate in the midst of global economic uncertainty. The session will feature viewpoints from these leaders on post-Covid cloud trajectories, fiber industry profitability strategies, the shift towards data center operators, and the relevance of REIT structures in the new era of data centers.
The Center Stage spotlight also shines on the Asia Pacific region, presenting it as a hotbed of opportunities despite geopolitical issues. With a billion prospective Internet users and a significant global workforce, Asia holds the promise of technological leapfrogging and intriguing possibilities.
Further discussions at PTC’24 unravel the transformation of network throughput, the rise of specialized data centers, and the shifting dynamics in digital services. The event explores the growing significance of emerging markets in the data center industry and questions whether the current trends will persist and who the future buyers of data centers and networks will be. These PTC’24 sessions promise to be a vibrant forum that offers valuable insights into the intricacies, challenges, and opportunities shaping the digital landscape over the next two decades.
Celebrating Excellence
The prestigious PTC awards reflect our industry’s commitment to excellence. The PTC’24 Awards will recognize exceptional accomplishments—from groundbreaking innovations shaping the future to unparalleled technical expertise and visionary leadership. Celebrating the best in the business, these awards highlight lasting impacts within our industry sectors.
As we anticipate the unveiling of the winners, we look forward to celebrating achievements that inspire a collective commitment to excellence across digital infrastructure, telecommunications, and ICT.
Introducing “The Big Kahunas” Competition
Brace yourselves for the business battle of the year at PTC’24! The Big Kahunas promises to be a groundbreaking competition set to make waves in the business world—an ultimate showdown for entrepreneurs of our digital generation.
For our inaugural Big Kahunas event, we’ve curated a panel of industry titans ready to potentially to invest, mentor, and make deals that could be life-changing. The selected entrepreneurs have already launched groundbreaking ideas into the market, and with a little extra support, these innovations are poised to make an even greater impact. This event is more than just a competition—The Big Kahunas is a launchpad for the future!
Welcoming Young Leaders
At PTC’24, we are dedicated to nurturing the potential of aspiring young leaders by further expanding our PTC Beyond program. This initiative is designed to unite and empower young professionals by providing them with a transformative journey marked by inspiration and mentorship.
Throughout this experience, emerging leaders will have an opportunity to connect with seasoned industry figures and foster meaningful relationships that go beyond the confines of the conference walls. These connections will serve as conduits for insights and wisdom, which will serve to fuel the journey of these emerging leaders as they navigate their paths towards becoming architects of digital transformation.
Introducing The Emerging SCHOLAR Program
PTC’24 will also showcase the PTC Emerging Scholar Program, which recognizes outstanding scholars in information and communications technologies. Selected scholars will have an opportunity to present their research during PTC’24, engage with academic faculty for practical research applications, and gain insights into industry issues and trends.
An integral part of PTC, the Emerging Scholar Program offers a networking platform that connects professionals, international organizations, NGOs, government officials, and academics from over 80 nations.
Come Join Us At PTC’24!
The excitement is just beginning! We encourage you to stay tuned for more updates as the full agenda, speaker lineup, and exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses of PTC’24 are revealed.
Aside from conference sessions, come be a part of the excitement as the Wednesday afternoon soccer match returns!
Brace yourself for an inspiring event where connections flourish and the future unfolds before your eyes. PTC’24 isn’t just another conference; as innovation meets inspiration, we invite you to join us in unlocking boundless possibilities that stretch far into the future. Attend PTC’24 to connect with influential industry leaders, gain valuable insights into the future of infrastructure development, and explore the latest driving forces behind digital transformation.
Register by 15 December 2023 to take advantage of discounted rates: https://www.ptc.org/ptc24/
