Where the future of the US digital infra market is shaped

Welcome to Metro Connect USA, the largest event for digital infrastructure leaders with 2,500+ attendees. You are invited to embark on an exhilarating journey with leaders from every sector of the US digital infrastructure market. From fiber optics to data centers, the event serves as a pivotal gathering for forging partnerships, securing funding, and gaining insights into industry trends and advancements.

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Metro Connect USA 2024 made waves as the largest event yet, attracting over 2,500 attendees spanning every facet of connectivity—from long haul to FTTH, data centers to cloud. With 80% of attendees Director or above, it's the ultimate platform to cultivate collaborations, rejuvenate agreements, and solidify transformative deals.

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Metro Connect USA Company Types

Who Attends Metro Connect USA?

Bank

Financial institutions that provide loans and manage investments for telecom projects.

Private Equity

Firms that invest in or acquire telecom companies and infrastructure.

Pension Fund

Large institutional investors that invest in telecom infrastructure for long-term returns.

Network Provider

Companies that build and operate telecommunications networks.

Internet Service Provider

Companies that provide internet access to customers.

Consultancy

Firms that provide expert advice and strategic planning for telecom projects.

Research

Organizations that conduct market research and analysis in the telecom sector.

Construction

Companies involved in building physical infrastructure for telecom networks.

Data Centre

Facilities that house components for data storage and processing.

Cloud Service Provider

Companies offering cloud computing and storage services.

Equipment Vendor

Manufacturers and suppliers of telecom hardware and equipment.

Software Vendor

Companies that develop and sell software solutions for the telecom industry.

Law Firm

Legal practices specializing in telecom regulations and contracts.

TowerCo

Companies that own and manage cellular towers and other telecom infrastructure.

Infrastructure Solutions

Providers of integrated solutions for connectivity deployment & management.

Real Estate

Firms involved in acquiring and managing properties for connectivity infrastructure.

Mobile Operator

Companies that provide cellular network services to mobile device users.

Content Platform

Companies that distribute digital content over telecom networks.

Fintech

Financial technology companies providing innovative solutions for the telecom sector.

Internet Exchange

Facilities where internet and content providers connect to exchange traffic.

Regulatory

Government bodies and regulatory agencies overseeing the telecom industry.

2,500+

Decision-makers expected in 2025

100+

Thought-leaders across the agenda

1000+

Meeting requests sent in 2024

700+

Companies in attendance

Joe Scattereggia
President
Windstream Wholesale

The big thing about Metro Connect is that it enables us as a team to get together and collaborate with customers in a great environment. We get our product people, our sales people, and our customers together in one place. We can do a lot of meetings throughout the three days here. Being part of this conference early on in the year enables Windstream Wholesale to excel throughout the year.

Shawn O'Donnell
Senior Managing Director
FTI Delta

Metro Connect really helps progress relationships and deals in two different ways. One is that we all schedule our meetings and we get to talk through in more detail the various arrangements or deals that we're working on. Second, you bump into so many people just walking around the venue that you don't have the opportunity to schedule a call or a meeting with them, so it's a great opportunity to pop in and reconnect with people and re-engage.

David Kamphuis
Director, Carrier Sales
Segra

Metro Connect USA helps me progress deals and partnerships by giving me a quality meeting space, and the opportunity to see so many people in the industry in one spot. It's a place where deals are made and partnerships are formed. Outside of the quality meetings we have, there are the social functions after the daily meetings, being able to relax in an informal environment with all of my colleagues and just spending time together and building partnerships.

Legendary Keynotes

Opening with a visionary keynote into the much anticipated state of the market address, followed by Metro Connect USA's staple CEO and M&A panels, which outline the future of digital infrastructure.

Public Funding

Explore the effects of BEAD funding on connectivity and commercial dynamics in underserved areas as initial projects mature, unveiling significant impacts in the industry.

Consolidation

Discover the dynamics of consolidation and restructuring in the digital infrastructure sector, addressing challenges like delayed data center deliveries and overbuilding that impact FTTH business cases and network projects.

Evolving Networks

Witness the evolution of network construction and operation, driven by open access initiatives and enhanced automation, promising improved user experiences. Join us as we navigate these transformative trends at Metro Connect USA 2025.