Data Centers & the Value Chain of Ethical AI

Dive Into Data Centers

Join us for a dive into the world of data centers at the UVA Darden School of Business on February 17, 2026 from 1-7 p.m. Learn about one of the essential infrastructure components of the value chain of ethical AI through the perspectives of industry experts who are leading the charge in this dynamic sector. We will discuss the current historic growth, the professional opportunities that exist in this dynamic sector, and the business and societal challenges that must be addressed. The event is intended for the entire UVA community: students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Agenda:

• 1:00 p.m. Registration | Saunders Hall
• 1:30 p.m. Welcome & Opening Remarks | CLA 50
• 2:00 p.m. Keynote: "Northern Virginia: The Global Epicenter of Digital Infrastructure" | CLA 50
• 2:30 p.m. The Power Race: Executing Data Center Development at Speed and Scale | CLA 150
• 3:15 p.m. The New Capital Playbook: Financing AI Infrastructure | CLA 50
• 4:30 p.m. Break
• 4:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions
  Building a Career in Digital Infrastructure | CLA 120
  The Technology Stack of AI and Cloud | CLA 130
• 5:30 p.m. Wrap Up & Closing Remarks
• 6:00 p.m. Networking Reception | South Lounge & PepsiCo Forum

The Value Chain of Ethical AI Series is organized by the UVA LaCross Institute for Ethical AI in Business.

Dive Into Data Centers is sponsored by PointOne Data Centers and supported by the UVA Darden Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology; the UVA Darden Mayo Center for Asset Management; and the UVA White Ruffin Byron Center for Real Estate.

Parking is available through the Darden Parking Garage (Zone 5516) via the Park Mobile App.

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