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WCA’s 26th Annual What’s Hot (and What’s Not) VC and M&A Panel
Smarter, Faster, Greener – How AI and Energy Innovation Shape the Future of IoT
What’s Hot (and What’s Not) – The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming manufacturing through smart, connected technologies that drive efficiency and better decisions. With Big Data, companies can collect and analyze real-time information from IIoT devices to gain valuable insights. Artificial intelligence builds on this by enabling predictive maintenance, automated decision-making, and adaptive learning on the factory floor.
Emerging tools like 5G, 6G, and edge computing ensure fast, reliable connections between devices, making real-time responsiveness possible. Together, these innovations help industries reduce downtime, streamline operations, and stay competitive.
Don’t miss our 26th annual Center Stage VC Panel, where top experts will explore what’s next for IIoT, AI, and connected systems. Learn how “Connected Everything” is changing the way businesses operate, manage supply chains, and serve customers.
The panel will also look ahead to 2026 and beyond—unpacking how AI and next-gen connectivity are reshaping industries, creating new business models, and redefining success in a fast-moving digital world.
Moderator and Panel
Moderator:
Lisa Oshima (Lisa Whelan)
Founder and Managing Consultant , Socialize Mobilize
Tricia Salinero
Senior Vice President | Senior Wealth Strategist | Wealth Management, Northern Trust
Lauren Shoemaker
Associate – DNX Ventures
Mark Bagley
Managing Director – Woodside Capital Partners
Michael Meisterling
Managing Partner – Wild Tree Ventures
Registration
Raffle
We give away a set of Oven Gloves, including 932°F heat-resistant gloves,
Cut-Resistant Grill Gloves, Non-Slip Silicone BBQ Gloves, and Kitchen Safe gloves.
You must be present during the webinar to be eligible to win.
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Details
- Date: November 20, 2025
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Time:
9:00 am - 10:30 am PST
- Event Category: WCA Center Stage
