The Vanderbilt Venture Summit

​We are excited to invite you to the inaugural Vanderbilt Venture Summit, hosted by the Vanderbilt University Office of Investments in Nashville, TN!

​This exclusive gathering will convene an intentionally curated group of leading GPs from exceptional venture firms, both current partners within our portfolio and highly regarded peers in our broader network, alongside a select group of like-minded LPs. Each attendee shares our focus on emerging, disciplined, and differentiated managers.

​The Summit is designed to spark substantive dialogue, deepen authentic relationships, and create space for real collaboration across institutions. Programming will blend structured conversations with ample time for informal connection. Rough agenda details below (finalized speaker and topic list to be released closer to event date):

​9:30–10:00am | Doors Open & Networking

​10:00–10:45am | Opening Panel: Is Early-Stage Venture Still Worth It?

​10:50–11:50am |  Packy McCormick w/ Brian Singerman

​11:55am–12:55pm | Breakout Sessions (4 concurrent tracks)

​1:00—2:00pm | Lunch

​2:00—2:45pm |  Portfolio Construction Conversation

​2:50—3:35pm |  The AI Compensation Bomb

​3:45—4:45pm | GP/LP Trust Deep Dive

​5:00pm | Buses Depart for Dinner Venue

​5:30—9:00pm | Happy Hour & Dinner @ Friends in Low Places

​Thank you to our sponsors Juniper Square, Foley & Lardner, Starrlight Advisory, and Rho whose generosity makes this gathering possible. We look forward to hosting you here in Nashville!