StrictlyVC is back at TechCrunch Disrupt in October, bringing together the insiders who shape the venture capital landscape, this time with a sharper focus on the market’s biggest challenge: liquidity. In an era of extended exit timelines, slowed distributions, and increasingly selective LPs, the conversations behind closed doors matter more than ever. Working with Cendana Capital, which has backed 80+ funds in its 15-year history, we are launching a new off-the-record LP Track that offers an unfiltered look at where capital is flowing, how LP priorities are shifting, and what GPs need to know to survive and thrive in this environment. If you raise, deploy, or manage capital, this is the room you want to be in.
Taking place on October 28 from 3 p.m. at San Francisco’s Moscone West, join us for drinks and networking before the program begins. Attendance is limited to investor-pass holders only — and every session is designed to arm you with strategies you can use immediately in today’s challenging fundraising climate while at the same time connecting you with the people you need to know. Secure your Investor Pass and be part of this curated event built for investors.
Meet the startup investment leaders
Without further ado, meet the VC voices driving the insider conversations. Explore the Disrupt speaker page to learn more.
The Liquidity Reckoning: Navigating the New LP Landscape
with Michael Kim, Cendana Capital, Lara Banks, Makena Capital, and speaker to be announced
Exits have slowed to a trickle, distributions are under pressure, and LPs are recalibrating their venture allocations. Michael Kim and Lara Banks unpack how the liquidity drought is reshaping LP–GP relationships, fund pacing, and capital commitments. Expect candid discussion on where LPs see opportunity, where they’re pulling back, and how GPs can position themselves to weather the storm.
Inside the LP Selection Process: Differentiating in a Competitive Market
with Michael Kim and Kelli Fontaine, Cendana Capital, and a speaker to be announced
With fundraising timelines stretching and capital concentration intensifying, LPs are more selective than ever. What actually gets a GP noticed and funded in 2025’s competitive market? Michael Kim and Kelli Fontaine of Cendana Capital pull back the curtain on how LPs evaluate emerging managers, assess fund strategy, and weigh track records against market conditions. Expect candid insights on building trust, standing out in a crowded field, and avoiding the pitfalls that quietly kill commitments.
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October 27-29, 2025
GP Perspectives on LP Relationships
with Kevin Hartz, A*
The GP–LP dynamic is the quiet engine that drives venture capital. Kevin Hartz of A* shares a founder-turned-investor’s perspective on cultivating lasting LP partnerships, managing expectations through cycles, and aligning on both vision and returns. From first meetings to multi-fund commitments, Hartz offers hard-earned advice on building trust and turning transactional relationships into long-term alliances.
Grab your investor pass and take a seat
Take advantage of exclusive, investor-only sessions and connect with fellow VCs and startup leaders at StrictlyVC on October 28. And don’t forget to dive into the full Disrupt 2025 experience — industry-driven stages, expert-led breakouts, curated roundtables, investor-founder meetings, 200+ startup demos, and more. Register for your Disrupt ticket before rates increase after August 31.
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