​Fundraising Insights for VC Managers

​Ignite Fund of Funds is thrilled to partner with VC Nest to bring you an exclusive event designed specifically for venture capital fund managers focused on fundraising success.

​This event is more than just a panel—it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic synergy between Ignite and VC Nest, two community leaders dedicated to elevating the venture capital community.

​What to Expect

​This event offers a rare chance to delve into the strategies and criteria that Fund of Funds like Ignite use to evaluate venture capital fund managers. You’ll hear directly from industry leaders who have successfully navigated the fundraising landscape.

​Following the panel, engage in high-impact networking with your peers in an environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Whether you are launching a new fund or refining your approach, you will gain actionable insights and forge connections that could propel your fund to the next level.

​Guest Speakers

• ​Jessie Jia Guo, Investment Partner at Next Legacy

• ​Nate Leung, Partner at Sapphire Partners

• ​Megan Thorp, General Partner at Ignite Investments

​About

​Next Legacy is on a mission to amplify the impact of our diverse community of philanthropists, athletes, cultural luminaries, venture capitalists, and founders through outsized venture returns. We democratize access to venture capital for our investors by investing in highly sought-after early-stage venture capital firms and promising startups, but it doesn’t stop there. We tap the various aspects of our community to learn from and with one another, building relationships throughout our ecosystem that unleash resources, connections, and talents to maximize impact for the greater good.

​Sapphire Partners is focused on partnering with exceptional early-stage venture funds in the US, Europe and Israel. As the LP arm of Sapphire – a leading global technology-focused venture capital firm with more than $10 billion in AUM – this dedicated investment team leverages more than five decades of combined experience to partner with early-stage GPs and provide access to long-term capital, as well as deep industry insights and thought leadership.

​Ignite Fund of Funds is a strategic investment venture capital fund focused on backing managers that are making bold investments in emerging deep-tech AI within such as AI/ML, Edge & Cloud Computing, Healthtech, and Cyber Security.

​HOST

​VC Nest is an exclusive, membership-based hub for fund managers in downtown Palo Alto. It’s a community-driven space that connects VCs with the resources and networks they need to excel.

​Why Attend?

​Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of a select group of fund managers gaining insider knowledge, building strategic relationships, and accessing resources that are pivotal to your success. Surprise Fund of Funds panelists will be revealed the week of the event! Space is limited, so RSVP today to ensure your place at this must-attend event.

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