ClimateTech Connect Announces Additional Speakers and Experiences for April Conference

Marquee Speakers, Cutting-Edge Technology, and Immersive Networking to Define the 2nd Annual ClimateTech Connect Conference and Expo from April 8-9

WASHINGTON, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just two weeks away from the second annual ClimateTech Connect Conference in Washington, D.C., event organizers have announced the inclusion of several new speaker and panel additions to its prestigious roster. Taking place from April 8–9 at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort and Convention Center, the event serves as the premier cross-industry conference for the exploding climate adaptation and resilience (A&R) market.

"The total addressable climate adaptation market exceeds $500 billion, projected to grow to $1 trillion by 2030. ClimateTech Connect provides context and direction for this fast-growing industry through a masterclass conference program, a festival of innovation, cutting-edge technology demonstrations, and unmatched networking opportunities," said Megan Kuczynski, Founder and CEO of ClimateTech Connect. “We’re so excited to offer attendees insights from each additional speaker joining us!”

Each speaking event will take place in tandem with the sold-out expo hall, which serves as the hub of the conference experience, hosting all networking events, lunches, and the opening night cocktail reception alongside live technology demonstrations. Exhibitors include global institutions and leading innovators such as NASA, Munich Re, PwC, SAS, and Jupiter Intelligence, among others.

New Additions To the Speaker Roster Include:
**The complete agenda and full speaker roster are available at climatetechconnect.io.

Closing Keynote | Fireside Chat

Matthew Eby, Founder and CEO, First Street
Stephane Hallegatte, Chief Economic Advisor, The World Bank
Moderated by Daina Middleton, Independent Board Director, Palomar

Main Stage Panel | Building the Resilient Enterprise

Roni Deitz, Global Director, Climate Adaptation, Arcadis
Rich Sorkin, Founder and CEO, Jupiter Intelligence
Charles Qian, Climate Risk Manager, Enterprise Risk Management, SVP, Citi
Moderated by Louie Woodall, Editor, Climate Proof

Main Stage Panel | Navigating Rising Waters – Breakthrough Innovations in Flood Resilience

Tyson Echentile, Global Lead, IoT, SAS
Jonathan Jackson, CEO, Previsico
Helge Jorgensen, Founder and CEO, 7Analytics
Moderated by Angela Grant

Main Stage Panel | Building the Resilient City

Sean Kevelighan, CEO, Insurance Information Institute
Melissa Hoffer, Climate Chief, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Benjamin Strauss, CEO and Chief Scientist, Climate Central
Moderated by Veronika Torarp, Insurance Sustainability Leader, PwC

Main Stage Fireside Chat: Hidden in Plain Sight – Physical Risk in Asset Owners' Portfolios

Naomi English, Managing Director, Sustainability, MSCI
Anil Vasagiri, Senior Vice President, Head of Products, Risk Data Solutions, Swiss Re
Moderated by Andrew Eil, Climate Risk Consultant and Investor

About ClimateTech Connect
Launched in 2025 by Founder and CEO Megan Kuczynski, ClimateTech Connect is where thought leaders, innovators, policymakers, and industry experts gather to advance climate adaptation and resilience strategies at scale. Taking place over two days in the Washington, D.C.-area each spring, the conference brings together cross-industry voices through masterclasses, keynotes, TED-style talks, tech demonstrations, pitch competition, a vibrant expo, immersive networking lunches, and an opening night cocktail reception.

Interested sponsors or attendees can visit climatetechconnect.io.

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