Venture Forward: Emerging Manager Power Hour with Alex Konrad

​Venture Forward, NVCA’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm, is continuing its virtual, quarterly educational series in 2026 to give newer fund managers exclusive access to industry experts and practical insights to help accelerate their careers.

​Emerging Manager Power Hours (EMPH) will kick off the year with our first session on Wednesday, March 4 at 10:00am PT / 1:00pm ET.

​Session details

• ​Speaker: Alex Konrad (former Forbes Midas List curator; Founder, Upstarts Media)

• ​Topic: How to gain exposure and secure meaningful media attention for your firm and portfolio companies

• ​Format: Alex will share practical frameworks and examples, with ample time for EM Q&A

• ​Audience: 25 US-based GPs currently raising or managing Funds II–IV will be selected to participate. NVCA members who meet this criteria and sign up by February 9 will receive priority access.

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​About Venture Forward 

​​​Venture Forward, NVCA’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is on a mission to democratize access to the venture capital industry, empower individuals from all backgrounds and geographies to thrive as investors, and equip future VC leaders with the tools for long-term success. We support emerging fund managers and investors by providing education, mentorship, and resources to advance their careers. We are committed to driving healthy and sustainable generational change within established VC firms, ensuring strong industry stewardship for the future. 

​​​Through these efforts, we envision a VC industry that reaches all communities across the country, unlocking greater innovation, economic impact, and financial returns.