The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) has announced the launch of the Connected Spaces Series, a new conference program debuting at Connect (X) 2026, taking place May 4–6 at the Broward County Convention Centre in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Designed as a conference-within-a-conference, the Connected Spaces Series will bring together leaders across real estate, wireless infrastructure, enterprise technology and venue operations to explore how advanced connectivity is transforming buildings, campuses and large public venues.
As demand grows for seamless, high-performance connectivity across offices, stadiums, airports and campuses, the series will highlight the technologies and strategies enabling these environments, including private wireless networks, distributed antenna systems (DAS), CBRS and next-generation Wi-Fi.
Connectivity as an asset for the built environment
The Connected Spaces Series will explore how connectivity is evolving from a basic utility to an asset that drives building performance, enhances tenant and visitor experiences, and enables new digital services.
Sessions will examine the latest developments in network architecture and deployment strategies that support increasingly complex and data-rich environments, offering insights into how enterprises and property owners are building smarter, more resilient networks.
Topics will include:
- Neutral host wireless deployments
- The role of Wi-Fi 7 in modern buildings and campuses
- Integrating private wireless, DAS, CBRS and Wi-Fi calling
- Designing enterprise networks for AI-enabled smart buildings
- Real-world case studies of connected environments
Industry experts and connected venue leaders
The program will feature executives and technology leaders from across the connectivity ecosystem, including representatives from Comcast, Boldyn Networks, Chanan Communications, Galtronics, the Miami-Dade Aviation Department and more.
The series will also host the Connected Venues Summit, bringing together technology leaders responsible for connectivity at sports and entertainment venues, including representatives from the Jacksonville Jaguars and the United Centre.
Connected spaces series agenda highlights
Sessions will take place May 5–6 in Room 150 at the Broward County Convention Centre and include:
- Unlocking the Potential of Neutral Host Deployments
- The Role of Wi-Fi 7 in Building and Across the Campus
- How Wi-Fi Calling Fits with Private Wireless, DAS and CBRS
- Transforming Enterprise Networks for AI: Building the Truly Smart Building
- Connected Venues Summit
- Signal Source Unlocked: Powering In-Building Wireless from the Ground Up
- Verizon’s Vision for the Connected Enterprise
- The Connectivity Playbook: Case Studies in Connected Environments
The Connected Spaces Series is sponsored by Wesco.
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