Shovel-Ready to Server-Ready: Building & Investing in Data Centers

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October 15, 2025

8:00 am - 9:30 am
OLC Education & Conference Center
9400 W. Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL

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Shovel-Ready to Server-Ready: Building & Investing in Data Centers

Pre-Registration for this event is now closed. If you are interested in attending, please email NAIOP Chicago or call 773-472-3072.

Join NAIOP Chicago on October 15th for an engaging discussion with industry leaders as they share insights on the future of data centers. This discussion will highlight the opportunities, challenges, and strategies shaping this rapidly evolving industry sector. Don’t miss the chance to learn how you should be investing and planning for your next deal!

Location:
OLC Education & Conference Center 
9400 W. Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL

Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM | Registration & Networking
8:30 AM | Program
9:30 AM | Adjourn

Registration Fees:
NAIOP Members – $65
DL Members – $55
Nonmembers – $85

​Registration Deadline: Monday, October 13, 2025
Please note: Refunds will not be accepted after the registration deadline.

Otto Nichols

Executive Vice President & Shareholder
CLAYCO

Otto leads the development and execution of Clayco’s large projects from conceptual design to turnover; and has personally led over $2 billion in new construction with the company. Otto uses Clayco’s integrated model and progressive design-build to work collaboratively with clients and design teams, creatively solve problems, and deliver exceptional buildings within budget and on time. Otto has been an integral component of numerous aviation, office, mission critical, healthcare, laboratory and financial facilities across the country.

Scott Schoder

Vice President
Blue Owl Capital

Scott Schoder is a Vice President at Blue Owl and member of the Digital Infrastructure Investment Team. In his role, he focuses on acquisitions and development in North America.

Before joining Blue Owl, Scott was a Vice President at IPI Partners, the predecessor firm to Blue Owl’s Digital Infrastructure platform. Prior to that, he was a Vice President at Hubbard Street Group, a real estate development firm, where he focused on new ground-up developments in the United States. Before joining Hubbard Street Group, Scott was an Analyst at LaSalle Investment Management.

JC Witt

SVP, Data Center Investments
Prologis, Inc.

JC Witt serves as SVP and Investment Officer for Data Centers at Prologis.

With over a decade at Prologis, JC has become a key leader in major Central U.S. markets. In Texas, he has led over $1.7 billion in investments, including acquisitions, developments, and dispositions. In 2022, he played a pivotal role in acquiring over 220 acres in Hutto, Texas, in partnership with Skybox Datacenters, to develop a world-class data center campus. Across other markets like Columbus, Nashville, and Chicago, he has contributed to an additional $1 billion in transactions; he known for his strategic vision and client-focused approach.

Andy Cvengros

Executive Managing Director
JLL