Convene
237 Park Ave, New York, NY 10017

8:30 - 9:15 AM / Check-In & Breakfast

Start the day with a warm welcome and a complimentary breakfast. Take this opportunity to check in, receive your materials, and network with fellow attendees.

9:15 - 10:15 AM / Morning Keynote

Featuring Beth Ferreira, General Partner at Serena Ventures

10:15 - 10:30 AM / Morning Coffee Break

Recharge with a coffee break. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, some light snacks, and the chance to discuss the day's learnings so far.

10:30 - 11:30 AM / Morning Breakout Sessions

The Evolution of Private Equity: What's Next?

• Allison Beller, Partner at Prelude Growth Partners

• Andrea De Leon, Principal at TPG

• Lizzie Wintle, Director at GTCR

• Natasha Kingshott, Principal at American Securities

• Dr. Burcu Esmer, Wharton Professor (Moderator)

Long-term Success in Venture Capital 

• Marisa Bass, Principal at Primary VC

• Naomi Goez, Principal at Forum VC

• Emily Zhen, Principal at Zeal Capital Partners

• Jo Cheng, WG'26 (Moderator)

11:30 - 12:30 PM / Buffet Lunch & Networking

Enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch. Don't miss the chance to mingle with peers, presenters, and professionals during this networking session.

12:30 - 1:30 PM / Afternoon Keynote

Featuring Andrea Finan, Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management

1:30 - 2:30 PM / Afternoon Breakout Sessions

Diverse Journeys: Unconventional Paths to Investing

• Elana Berkowitz, Co-Founder and Partner at Springbank Collective

• Olivia Howard, Partner at Bain Capital

• Jill Ni, Principal at Rethink Capital Partners

• Katrina Rowe, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis (Moderator)

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Alternative Investment Strategies & Asset Classes

• Elisa Testa, Managing Partner at Portola Growth Partners

• Hannah Barrett, Director at Pacific Lake Partners

• Caroline DiMatteo, Vice President at The Nashton Company

• Carrie VanFleet, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis (Moderator)

2:30 - 2:45 PM / Afternoon Coffee Break

Recharge with a coffee break. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, some light snacks, and the chance to discuss the day's learnings so far.

2:45 - 3:45 PM / Closing Keynote

Featuring Daphne Tong, Partner & Co-Head of Investments at WestCap

3:45 - 5:00 PM / Drinks & Networking

Wind down with a selection of beverages and a final opportunity to network. Exchange contacts and ideas before we say goodbye.

All Day / Coffee Chats

Enjoy opportunities to connect with industry professionals during te conference