As a premier event for Europe’s digital infrastructure sector, DCD>Connect | London brings together over 4,000 senior leaders across three co-located events to address the industry’s most critical challenges September 16 -17 2025 at the Business Design Centre. To help attendees navigate this comprehensive experience and maximize their networking opportunities, we reached out to Aman Marwaha, DCD’s Marketing Manager – Live Events NAM, to get her best tips and insights.
JSA: Tell us what makes the conference a must-do event.
AM: DCD>Connect | London will be bringing together more than 4,000 senior leaders working on Europe’s largest data center projects and this year your connect ticket will unlock access to not one but all 3 co-located events, DCD>Connect | Compute, DCD>Connect | Investment Forum and DCD>Connect | London so that you can receive a holistic vision of the entire digital infrastructure ecosystem. With 250+ expert speakers, 120+ industry leading and disrupting solution providers you’ll be able to discover and get up close and personal with the latest innovations, strategies and solutions in the data center industry. We also prioritise helping our delegates build lasting connections, with unique experiential networking opportunities, DCD>Connect | London is the place to be to build your network with C-Suite Executives and senior decision makers.
JSA: How do you suggest attendees approach their personal agendas?
AM: With more content than ever before, attendees can curate an agenda completely tailored to their procurement interests and industry needs. The agenda will be tailored to attendees in line with the interests stated on the registration form however, if they wish to personalise it further, they can filter sessions in accordance to preference as needed through our event app, this personal agenda can be treated as an event guide with the ability to update it in real time.
JSA: How can attendees optimize networking opportunities?
AM: With so many networking opportunities to choose from, delegates are bound to find some that suit their specific interests. With access to experiential networking from a a morning 5K run, 2.5K Walk & Talk to our iconic Icebreaker Party, there’s something for everyone! You can also request connections, message other delegatres and request 1-2-1 meetings through our event app at our dedicated meeting locations.
JSA: What are some of the key locations within the conference venue?
AM: The show floor is the hub of the event, filled with opportunities for you to get hands on with all of the latest technologies and explore 120+ industry leading solution providers. You’ll also find all 3 stages on the showfloor so you can hear from 250+ leading experts discussing the biggest and most contentious issues facing the industry. The business lounge is another key location where delegates can find refreshments, relax and network! But, make sure you don’t miss our dedicated breakout rooms, designed to allow you to network and have meetings in a more private, intimate setting.
JSA: What are your top 3 tips for making the most of the conference?
AM:
- Log onto the event app to get networking before the event! You can connect with delegates early through messaging and planning meetings in advance!
- Check your personal agenda and familiarise yourself with your favourite networking opportunities or sessions to ensure you don’t miss a thing across all three events.
- Don’t forget to join the Icebreaker at the end of Day 1 to raise a glass and network in a relaxed atmosphere!
