StrictlyVC returns to TechCrunch Disrupt in October, gathering the insiders who shape the venture capital landscape. This year’s event places a sharper focus on the market’s biggest challenge: liquidity. In an era of extended exit timelines, slowed distributions, and increasingly selective limited partners, the conversations behind closed doors are more critical than ever.
In collaboration with Cendana Capital, a firm that has backed over 80 funds in its 15-year history, we are launching a new off-the-record LP track. This track offers an unfiltered look at where capital is flowing, how LP priorities are changing, and what general partners need to know to survive and thrive in this environment. If you raise, deploy, or manage capital, this is the room you want to be in.
The event takes place on October 28 from 3 p.m. at San Francisco’s Moscone West. Join us for drinks and networking before the program begins. Attendance is limited to investor-pass holders only. Every session is designed to arm you with strategies you can use immediately in today’s challenging fundraising climate while connecting you with the people you need to know.
Do not miss this curated event built strictly for investors. Secure your Investor Pass now and save $637 before September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Meet the startup investment leaders who will drive the LP insider conversations. Explore the Disrupt speaker page to learn more.
One session, “The Liquidity Reckoning: Navigating the New LP Landscape,” will feature Lara Banks from Makena Capital, Matt Hodan from Lexington Partners, and Michael Kim from Cendana Capital. Exits have slowed to a trickle, distributions are under pressure, and LPs are recalibrating their venture allocations. This session will unpack how the liquidity drought is reshaping LP-GP relationships, fund pacing, and capital commitments. Expect a candid discussion on where LPs see opportunity, where they are pulling back, and how GPs can position themselves to weather the storm.
Another session, “Inside the LP Selection Process: Differentiating in a Competitive Market,” includes Kelli Fontaine and Michael Kim from Cendana Capital, and Adam Grosher from Getty. With fundraising timelines stretching and capital concentration intensifying, LPs are more selective than ever. This discussion will pull back the curtain on how LPs evaluate emerging managers, assess fund strategy, and weigh track records against market conditions. Expect candid insights on building trust, standing out in a crowded field, and avoiding the pitfalls that quietly kill commitments.
In “GP Perspectives on LP Relationships,” Kevin Hartz of A* will share a founder-turned-investor’s perspective. The GP-LP dynamic is the quiet engine that drives venture capital. Hartz will discuss cultivating lasting LP partnerships, managing expectations through cycles, and aligning on both vision and returns. He offers hard-earned advice on building trust and turning transactional relationships into long-term alliances.
A presentation by the Israel Innovation Authority, “Global High-Tech at a Crossroads: Trends, Emerging Technologies, and the Role of Deep-Tech,” will feature Dror Bin, the CEO of the Israel Innovation Authority. The global high-tech economy is navigating a complex landscape of rapid technological advancements, evolving investment trends, and geopolitical headwinds. This interview will discuss global trends and outline how Israel, a dynamic innovation hub, balances resilience and excellence with local and global challenges. The discussion will also highlight how the country is doubling down on supporting bold deep-tech founders and investors.
Take advantage of exclusive, investor-only sessions and connect with fellow VCs and startup leaders at StrictlyVC on October 28. Remember to dive into the full Disrupt 2025 experience, which includes industry-driven stages, expert-led breakouts, curated roundtables, investor-founder meetings, and over 200 startup demos.
Register for your Disrupt Investor ticket before the savings of $637 vanish after September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT.