SHOW.INCOMPAS.ORG 15 THE INCOMPAS SHOW 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. National Security and the Communications Supply Chain: The Industry Perspective The FCC and the Administration are moving rapidly to impose new national security protections that could significantly affect supply chains supporting consumer electronics, broadband networks, energy infrastructure, data centers, and advanced manufacturing. This session will examine recent Covered List actions, new rules affecting component parts and online marketplaces, and the potential for additional congressional and agency action. Panelists will focus on what businesses should do now to identify exposure, evaluate vendors and alternatives, and prepare for the cost, time, and operational changes that new restrictions could require. Moderator: Craig A. Gilley, Partner, Venable LLP Speakers: Melissa Newman, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) Staci Pies, Senior Vice President, Government Relations and Policy, INCOMPAS 4:00 p.m.-–4:15 p.m. Wrap Up and Q&A INCOMPAS Staff 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Opening Night Reception: Turn Up the Connections Broadway Ballroom Get ready to amplify your networking and spark new conversations during our opening night reception in the exhibit hall. Meet the exhibitors shaping what’s next in communications, reconnect with industry colleagues at the INCOMPAS Bar and discover new opportunities to grow your business over food and drinks. Whether you’re looking to strike the right chord with a new connection, strengthen an existing relationship or simply get into the rhythm of the show, this is the place to be. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 7:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Registration Open 5th Ave. Pre-Function Registration Counters sponsored by 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Attendee Breakfast Legends Ballroom D 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall, Deal Center and Sponsor Meeting Rooms Open Broadway Ballroom Deal Center sponsored by 8:30 a.m.–8:45 a.m. Opening Remarks Legends Ballroom D Chip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS 8:45 a.m.–9:15 a.m. Capital Flows, Deals and Disruption Legends Ballroom D Where is capital flowing, and how are consolidation and convergence reshaping the competitive landscape? Join INCOMPAS CEO Chip Pickering and Bank Street Senior Managing Director Richard Lukaj for a fireside conversation exploring the forces transforming the communications and digital infrastructure industry. From fiber and broadband networks to data centers and cloud connectivity, they will examine how investor priorities, financing conditions and the pursuit of scale are driving growth strategies, M&A activity and market evolution. Gain insights into the convergence of networks, infrastructure and services, and what it means for valuations, strategic partnerships, competition and long-term growth in an increasingly connected ecosystem. Speakers: Chip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS Richard S. Lukaj, Senior Managing Director, Bank Street Group LLC
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