Lumentum Executives to Present at Optical Fiber Communication Conference

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Lumentum Holdings Inc., a global leader in optical and photonic technologies, announced its speaker lineup for the 2026 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition (OFC) in Los Angeles. Company executives and technical experts, including CEO Michael Hurlston and CTO Matt Sysak, will share their perspectives on the optical communication market, challenges and opportunities, and the technology shaping the future of AI data centers and optical networks.

Why it matters

Lumentum is a major player in the optical communication industry, providing critical components and technologies that power the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and next-generation communications. The company's participation in OFC, a leading industry event, showcases its thought leadership and insights on the future of the optical networking and data center markets.

The details

At OFC 2026, Lumentum executives will participate in several key events, including a fireside chat with CTO Matt Sysak, a CEO panel with Michael Hurlston, and technical presentations on topics such as scaling networks for the AI era, the network and system implications of new photonics technologies, and optical networking for AI data centers.

• The 2026 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition (OFC) will be held from March 15–19 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
• Lumentum's events at OFC 2026 will take place on Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17.

What’s next

Lumentum's participation in OFC 2026 will provide valuable insights and perspectives on the future of the optical networking and data center markets, which are critical to the continued growth and development of AI, cloud computing, and other emerging technologies.