The Executive Session presents important information you need in managing your business. This session is designed for the general management of the wire and cable producing companies and their suppliers. Important issues facing the industry will be addressed by expert speakers in a provocative session that includes the following topics and presenters.
2026 IWCS Executive Session Presentations
“Metallic Wire and Cable: Trade Turbulence and the Grid Race Reshape Global Cable Investment”
Aisling Hubert, Editor, CRU
“Optical Fiber & Cable: AI Infrastructure and Next-Generation Connectivity Redefine the US Market Outlook”
Egest Balla, Research Analyst, CRU
“The Next Wave of Fiber Demand in North America: AI, Data Centers And Network Transformation”
Stephen Szymanski, VP – Business Development, Sterlite
“Global Economic Outlook”
Robert Fry, Chief Economist, Robert Fry Economics
“Powering a Connected World: The Resilient Grid in the Age of AI”
Dr. Massoud Amin, Chairman & President; Energy Policy & Security Associates
2026 Resources
- About the Event
- Hotel & Travel Information
- Event Program
- Attendee Registration
- Attendee Fees
- Reserve a Supplier Exhibition Booth
- Paper / Presenter Resources
- Sponsorship Options
- USA Visa
About the Annual Forum
Meet the IWCS 2026 Executive Session speakers
Robert Fry
Aisling Hubert
Egest Balla
