Below are presentations from the IAMC Local in Toledo, Ohio, from September 2025.
Data centers are transforming industrial real estate, creating unprecedented demand for electrical capacity, resilient infrastructure, and strong utility partnerships. Industry partners, such as general contractors and utilities, are working hand-in-hand with clients to deliver facilities that balance massive energy requirements with speed-to-market and sustainability goals. This session explores how large-scale projects are redefining expectations for developers, utilities, and communities alike. Attendees will gain insight into how data centers are shaping site selection, supply chains, and industrial development priorities across the region and the nation.
This interactive education and networking session provides a unique opportunity to tour the Port of Toledo from the water while gaining insights into the forces shaping industrial real estate and economic growth. With direct insights into how CSX, Norfolk Southern, and the Department of Transportation collaborate, attendees will learn how multimodal connections and logistics infrastructure influence distribution strategies—not just in Ohio, but in the wider region. By exploring the port’s role in multimodal logistics and infrastructure, participants will gain a better understanding of how these assets impact site selection, supply chain efficiency, and long-term industrial development.