Accelerating next-Gen LP and venture partnerships

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September 23, 2026 • SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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A private forum for decision-makers driving the evolution of corporate-backed venture.

One day dedicated to LP-GP matchmaking, closed-door dialogue, and meaningful capital partnerships.

GCV is pleased to present the “LP/GP Summit” to foster connections between corporates, family-owned multinationals, pension funds, and other institutions keen to serve as LPs emerging managers and future GPs.

Focused on LP/GP partnership models, advantages to invest in next-gen GP fund managers, and ways to support the future VC asset class, participants will have an opportunity to engage and meet 1:1 for relationship development.

Event chair:

  • Ira Ehrenpreis, General Partner, DBL Partners and 2026 Chairman, NACD – Northern California Chapter

Opening discussion

Ira Ehrenpreis, an early investor in SpaceX, will open the summit with a discussion on the consolidation of VC fundraising, the challenges facing emerging managers, and the opportunities for LPs looking to back the next generation of venture capital fund managers.

  • 50+ LPs & GPs

    Senior leaders shaping the next wave of venture

  • Global Mix

    Connecting North America, Europe and Asia

  • Private Meetings

    Confidential discussions that move capital forward

  • Focused, One-Day Format

    Efficient. Senior. Outcome-driven.

  • Capital in Motion

    Corporate LPs actively exploring commitments to next-generation managers

As LP interests expand globally based on the new breed of indirect investor coming out of corporates, FOs and other various investment institutions, there are significant opportunities for emerging venture funds for partnership. GCV’s LP/GP Summit will illustrate the new model of LP positions to support the venture capital asset class.

This event is designed for LPs from global corporates, family business, s/m FOs, HNWs, foundations, pension funds, FoFs and endowments.

GPs will be reflected of performance tested fund managers considered to be ones-to-watch emerging managers and established venture funds.

LP partnerships reimagined for 2026 and beyond

Audience breakdown