Wisconsin Technology Council: Rima Alaily, corporate VP of Microsoft, featured at Feb. 5 joint luncheon discussion in Madison

January 26, 2026 - 18:09

MADISON, Wis. – Rima Alaily, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, will headline a pivotal luncheon and panel discussion in Madison on Thursday, February 5th. The event, jointly hosted by the Wisconsin Technology Council and WisPolitics, will focus on the regulatory landscape surrounding data centers within the state.

Alaily, who serves as General Counsel of Infrastructure Legal Affairs for the tech giant, will bring a critical industry perspective to the conversation. She is expected to discuss the legal and policy frameworks that impact data center development and operation. The discussion comes as demand for cloud computing and digital infrastructure continues to grow nationally.

The panel will explore how Wisconsin can position itself as a competitive destination for future data center investments. Topics will likely include energy policy, land use, tax structures, and the necessary workforce development to support this high-tech sector. The insights from this discussion are anticipated to inform policymakers and business leaders on the steps needed to attract and manage this form of modern infrastructure.

The event underscores the increasing importance of data centers to both the technology industry and state economies seeking high-impact capital projects. Attendance is expected from a wide range of stakeholders across law, government, and the tech community.