The New Industrial Real Estate: How AI Is Reshaping Land Values
A roundtable exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming industrial real estate and driving demand for data center campuses.
Description
Join us for a compelling roundtable discussion on how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industrial real estate, specifically in the creation and valuation of data center campuses. As AI technologies advance, the demand for strategically located, well-equipped data centers is surging, reshaping land values and investment strategies. Our panel of industry leaders will delve into these changes, examining the forces driving demand and the future landscape of industrial real estate.
Background
With the rapid development of AI technologies, the infrastructure that supports these advancements is becoming increasingly crucial. Data centers, as the backbone of AI-driven applications and services, are experiencing unprecedented growth. This surge is influencing land values and changing the criteria for industrial real estate investments. Understanding these trends is essential for stakeholde…
Time (ET): 3:20 PM EDT, Jul 9, 2026
Time (Local): 7:20 PM UTC, Jul 9, 2026
Agenda:
- 00:00-00:05 Introduction and Opening Remarks
- 00:05-00:15 Panelist Introductions
- 00:15-00:40 Main Discussion
- 00:40-00:55 Audience Q&A
- 00:55-01:00 Closing Remarks
Location: REMOTE
Relevant Topics
Speakers
Brittany Miller
Global Senior Vice President Development, NTT Global Data Centers
Ed Martin
Director, Data Center Operations, CyrusOne
Jim Hurless
Managing Director – Data Center Solutions, CBRE
Michael Welch
Chief Technology Officer, Aligned Data Centers
Guided Questions
Brittany Miller
How is NTT Global Data Centers adapting its development strategies to accommodate the increasing demand for AI-driven data centers?
Brittany Miller
What unique challenges do you face in selecting locations for new data center campuses in the current market?
Ed Martin
From an operations perspective, how is CyrusOne preparing its facilities for the future demands of AI applications?
Ed Martin
What operational efficiencies are being prioritized to support the growth of AI technologies within your data centers?
Jim Hurless
How is CBRE advising clients on the impact of AI on industrial real estate investments and development?
Jim Hurless
What trends are you observing in the valuation of land designated for data center use?
Michael Welch
As CTO, how is Aligned Data Centers incorporating AI into the technological backbone of its facilities?
Michael Welch
What innovations in data center technology do you foresee having the largest impact on industrial real estate?
