FundFest 2026

2026-07-08

FundFest brings together the venture capital ecosystem for a focused afternoon of unfiltered discussions, strategic insights, and real relationship-building. This private half-day event, open only to Investor Ticket holders at Startupfest, offers a safe space for investors to compare notes, discuss market conditions, explore frontier investing, and build LP/GP relationships. Attendees will hear from partners at funds like Hustle Fund, Storytime Capital, Two Small Fish Ventures, and others, with sessions on emerging managers and frontier tech. Space is limited.

Organizer: Startupfest

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At a glance

Format
Half-day private event with a welcome, two panel discussions (emerging managers and frontier tech), interactive roundtables, and a wrap-up.
Theme
For investors, by investors.
Who can apply
This event is only open to Investor Ticket holders at Startupfest. For VC fund investment team members, corporate venture arms, emerging managers, Canadian, US, and International funds. Attendees should be actively deploying capital or fundraising, navigating today’s uncertain exit environment, and
Attendance
Space is limited.
Sectors
Ai ml, Deeptech

Agenda

  1. Welcome — A short welcome to kick off FundFest and set the tone for the afternoon.
  2. Panel: Emerging Managers — Despite a challenging fundraising and exit environment, a new generation of venture managers continues to launch funds and back ambitious founders. This discussion explores how emerging managers are navigating the current market, differentiating their strategies, and building durable firms.
  3. Panel: Frontier Tech — Frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced computing are reshaping industries and creating new investment opportunities. In this session, emerging managers focused on frontier innovation will discuss how they evaluate technical breakthroughs, build conviction in deep technolo
  4. Roundtable Discussions — Participants will break into small moderated groups for interactive discussions on topics shaping the future of venture capital. Each roundtable will focus on a practical theme, allowing attendees to exchange perspectives, share experiences, and discuss actionable strategies with fellow managers, LP
  5. Wrap-up — A short wrap-up highlighting key takeaways from the day.