Unlock the LP Track: StrictlyVC at Disrupt 2025
▼ Summary
– StrictlyVC is returning to TechCrunch Disrupt in October with a focus on liquidity challenges in the venture capital market.
– The event features an off-the-record LP Track in partnership with Cendana Capital, offering insights into capital flow and LP priorities.
– Sessions will address how slowed exits and selective LPs are reshaping LP-GP relationships and fund strategies.
– Key speakers include Michael Kim, Lara Banks, and Kevin Hartz, who will discuss LP selection processes and building lasting partnerships.
– The investor-only event takes place on October 28 in San Francisco, with limited attendance requiring an investor pass.
StrictlyVC returns to TechCrunch Disrupt this October with a powerful focus on one of the most pressing issues in venture capital today: liquidity. As exit timelines stretch and distributions slow down, the event offers an exclusive platform for investors to engage in meaningful dialogue about where capital is moving and how to navigate an increasingly selective funding environment. Partnering with Cendana Capital, a firm with deep experience backing over 80 funds, StrictlyVC introduces a new off-the-record LP Track designed to provide unfiltered insights into shifting LP priorities and the strategies GPs need to adopt in order to succeed.
The event takes place on October 28 starting at 3 p.m. at Moscone West in San Francisco, beginning with drinks and networking. Attendance is limited to investor-pass holders, with every session tailored to deliver actionable strategies for today’s complex fundraising landscape while facilitating connections with key industry players. Secure your Investor Pass now to join this carefully curated gathering built specifically for investors.
Get to know the venture capital leaders who will be driving critical conversations behind the scenes. Visit the Disrupt speaker page for more details.
Featuring Michael Kim of Cendana Capital, Lara Banks from Makena Capital, and a speaker soon to be announced
With exits slowing to a trickle and distributions under strain, limited partners are reassessing their venture allocations. Michael Kim and Lara Banks will explore how the current liquidity drought is transforming LP-GP relationships, fund pacing, and capital commitments. Attendees can expect a frank discussion on where LPs see opportunity, where they are pulling back, and how general partners can position themselves to endure market challenges.
Fundraising timelines are extending, and capital is becoming more concentrated, making LPs more selective than ever. What does it take for a GP to get noticed and funded in the competitive climate of 2025? Michael Kim and Kelli Fontaine will pull back the curtain on how LPs evaluate emerging managers, analyze fund strategy, and balance track records against current market conditions. This session promises candid advice on building trust, standing out in a crowded field, and avoiding common missteps that can derail funding commitments.
Tech and venture capital leaders are set to join the Disrupt 2025 agenda, including heavyweights from Netflix, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital, and Elad Gil. These speakers will share insights that drive startup growth and sharpen competitive edges. Don’t miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt, a prime opportunity to learn from top voices in tech. Register now to save up to $675 before prices increase.
The relationship between general and limited partners forms the quiet engine of venture capital. Kevin Hartz of A* offers a unique perspective as a founder turned investor, sharing insights on cultivating lasting LP partnerships, managing expectations through market cycles, and aligning on both vision and returns. From initial meetings to multi-fund commitments, Hartz provides hard-earned advice on building trust and transforming transactional relationships into enduring alliances.
Gain access to investor-only sessions and connect with fellow VCs and startup leaders at StrictlyVC on October 28. Be sure to also experience the full Disrupt 2025 agenda, which includes industry-focused stages, expert-led breakouts, curated roundtables, investor-founder meetings, and more than 200 startup demos. Register for your Disrupt ticket before rates go up after August 31.
(Source: TechCrunch)
