Harvard VCPE Conference 2026

Overview

32nd Annual conference hosted by the HBS VC/PE Club. Features 20+ panels and 80+ speakers including leaders from Thrive Capital, Blackstone, Blue Owl Capital, and Columbia Investment Management Company.

Why fund managers attend

Premier networking opportunity with next-generation PE/VC leaders and senior industry figures. While not a traditional fundraising event, the connections made here with HBS alumni in allocator roles pay dividends for years.

Best for

LP types attending

The following investor types typically attend Harvard VCPE Conference:

Preparation tips for fund managers

• Focus on relationship-building with HBS alumni who are current or future allocators
• The speaker roster reveals industry trends - take notes for your LP conversations
• One-day format means every hour counts - plan your networking targets in advance