IVCA Education Session: Fundraising Market Conditions & Best Practices

IVCA Education Session: Fundraising Market Conditions & Best Practices
Wednesday, May 28 | 1:00 PM
The Conference Center at UBS Tower

One North Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL

(take escalator on east side of lobby, up)
A light lunch will be provided.

Join us for a practical, inside‑the‑market discussion on today’s fundraising environment. This session will bring together perspectives from across the ecosystem—GPs, LPs, and placement agents—to explore what’s working in the current market, what’s changed, and how firms are positioning themselves for successful raises.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Chris Maduri, Eaton Partners
• Rishi Chhabria, The Vistria Group
• Jim TenBroek, Growth Catalyst Partners
• Jim Dugan, OCA Ventures (Moderator)

Topics will include:

• How firms are evaluating the market today
• Lessons learned from the most recent fundraising cycle
• What’s resonating with LPs and what isn’t
• Differentiation strategies and positioning for GPs
• Mid‑cycle marketing and maintaining momentum
• Placement agent considerations: when and why to use one
• Co‑invest dynamics and how they influence fundraising
• Generational transition planning and examples of firms navigating it well

This is an excellent program for GPs preparing for a fundraise, currently in-market, or looking to strengthen LP relationships.

IVCA Members only, free to attend

REGISTER HERE!

Not sure if you’re a member? Having issues registering? Please contact Kathy Pyne at kpyne@illinoisvc.org