StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will convene investors, institutional LPs, family office managers, and market experts to discuss the evolving rules of venture capital. The event, taking place at San Francisco’s Moscone West from October 13-15, will feature candid conversations about where capital is moving and how the money managers behind venture dollars feel about current dealmaking trends.

The event will include networking opportunities starting at 3:00 p.m. PT, followed by StrictlyVC Conversations from 3:45–4:50 p.m. PT. Attendees can also join drinks and networking after the program wraps.

The event is open only to those with a Disrupt Investor Pass, which offers $200 savings if registered by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

"The IPO window is reopening, but the playbook has changed," said Ryan Flanagan, ICR. Founders and investors face a tougher path to the public markets, with higher expectations around growth, governance, and credibility. The session will explore what makes a company IPO-ready today and how to position a business for a successful exit in a more disciplined market.

Family offices are reshaping venture investing, moving faster and investing with greater flexibility than traditional institutions. "Family offices have become one of the fastest-growing sources of startup capital," said Bruce K Lee, Keebeck Capital Management. They are increasingly seen as strategic partners by founders, with unique approaches to venture investing and long-term bets.

Venture firms are competing harder than ever for institutional capital, while limited partners are rethinking everything from manager selection to concentrated AI exposure and liquidity expectations.

"What we’re looking for in today’s market is different from what we’ve seen before," said Amit Bhatti, TrueBridge Capital Partners.

The session will discuss how LPs are evaluating emerging managers versus established firms and where the next generation of venture returns might come from.

StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will bring together 10,000+ founders, VCs, and operators to make connections that can shape what’s next. The event will explore emerging breakthroughs and hear from leaders driving the industry forward.

Register for your Investor Pass now to save up to $200 before September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Source: techcrunch