Tech Leaders and Institutional Capital Converge at Roth's Annual Industry Summit in NYC

Roth Capital Partners is set to bring together the institutional investment community and the most promising names in technology at its 14th annual gathering. Scheduled for November 18-19, 2025, at the Hard Rock Hotel in midtown Manhattan, the event will serve as a critical networking platform where C-suite executives from over 110 growth-stage and public companies will meet directly with qualified institutional investors.

A Decade-Plus Track Record of Deal Activity

The investment bank’s involvement in the technology sector speaks volumes about its market positioning. Since 2014, Roth has facilitated approximately 290 transactions valued at more than $28.2 billion, making it a heavyweight player in tech M&A advisory and capital markets. This year’s Roth conference aims to build on that momentum, creating deal-making opportunities across multiple segments of the innovation economy.

Spanning the Entire Tech Landscape

The gathering will touch on virtually every corner of the technology sector—from semiconductor design and enterprise security to data analytics and artificial intelligence. Additional focus areas include wireless communications, edge computing, digital media, and what’s emerging as a major institutional conversation: digital assets and blockchain infrastructure.

Perhaps most notably, the summit will dedicate significant attention to the intersection of cryptocurrency and traditional capital markets. A fireside chat featuring Anthony Pompliano and Joe Tonnos, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Roth, will explore “The Coming Wave of Crypto into Capital Markets”—a reflection of how mainstream this space has become for serious investors.

More Than Panel Discussions

Unlike typical conferences dominated by stage presentations, Roth’s model emphasizes direct engagement. The event centers on pre-arranged one-on-one and small group meetings orchestrated by the firm’s research analysts, allowing investors and executives to explore specific opportunities without wasting time on generic keynotes.

A specialized panel titled “The Infrastructure Arms Race: Capacity as the Backbone of AI Data Centers” will bring visibility to companies like TeraWulf Inc. and Hut 8 Corp., highlighting the unglamorous but increasingly critical infrastructure layer powering the AI boom.

The Investor Thesis Behind the Gathering

Marc Lewis, Managing Director and Head of Technology Investment Banking at Roth, captured the investment case bluntly: AI, cloud infrastructure, digital assets, and cybersecurity are reshaping the global economy. For asset managers seeking alpha generation in a crowded market, the technology sector remains one of the most fertile hunting grounds—provided they can identify the right companies.

This year’s Roth conference aims to solve exactly that problem: bringing quality deal flow and quality investor demand into a single room.

Logistics and Access

The conference kicks off on November 18 with an evening cocktail reception, followed by a full day of meetings, presentations, and networking on November 19. A closing reception rounds out the agenda. The venue is set: Hard Rock Hotel, 159 W 48th Street, New York, NY 10036.

Notably, participation is restricted to Roth’s institutional clients and requires an invitation. Prospective attendees interested in joining should reach out directly to their Roth sales contact or contact registration@roth.com to express interest and secure a spot.

The Company Mix

The participating roster includes established names like Applied Digital Corporation and Riot Platforms in digital assets and infrastructure; security stalwarts such as Rimini Street and Telos Corp; infrastructure plays including Plug Power and Firefly Aerospace; and an array of semiconductor, communications, and AI-focused enterprises. At last count, over 110 companies confirmed participation, though the list remains subject to final adjustments.

The presence of research analysts from Roth—including Darren Aftahi, Richard Baldry, Suji Desilva, Imtiaz Koujalgi, Rohit Kulkarni, and Scott Searle—underscores the firm’s commitment to curating quality company participation rather than simply opening doors to anyone paying an attendance fee.