Coolwater Investor Summit in New York
Coolwater Capital is hosting its Coolwater Investor Summit (CIS), colloquially referred to as Demo Day, in New York, New York, set for November 17, 2025.
We’re bringing together leading investors, fund managers, and innovators for a full day of high-impact discussions, exclusive networking, and strategic connections.
Coolwater Capital has been at the forefront of the innovation ecosystem—supporting the launch of more than 315 funds, which have invested in over 9,000 companies across diverse industries, raising more than $5.5B since graduating from our program.
The Coolwater Investor Summit will showcase the next generation of emerging VCs, while highlighting the market themes, trends, and insights most relevant to investors, allocators, and champions of the emerging manager ecosystem.
Join us as we dive into the latest investment opportunities and the future of venture in an intimate, curated setting.
Coolwater Investor Summit -- Agenda
Date: November 17, 2025
Location: The Times Center -- West 41st Street, New York, NY.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Lite Lunch, Registration, & Networking
The Coolwater Investor Summit will kick off at 10:30 AM with light bites and refreshments. Join us for snacks and networking before the programming begins.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM | Fireside Chat — with Howard Morgan
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Panel 1 : Vertical AI - Betting on Applied Intelligence
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM | Fund Manager Pitches
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Panel 2 : Deep Tech & Frontier Innovation
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Fund Manager Pitches
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Panel 3: Building Global firms - International Advantage as Strategy
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Panel 4: Beyond the Check - Value-add as a Competitive Moat
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | From Tier 1 to Day One - The Leap to Launching Your Own Firm
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Afterparty at PINK TACO
Extend your network within the Coolwater Capital community and forge meaningful connections that will last beyond the event. Lite appetizers and beverages will be provided
We look forward to welcoming you!