The 2026–2026 LP & Family Office Conference Calendar: Month-by-Month Guide for Fund Managers

The 2026–2027 LP & Family Office Conference Calendar: Month-by-Month Guide for Fund Managers#

Fundraising in 2026 demands a filtered calendar: 10–20% of events are genuinely allocator-dense; the rest are manager-to-manager networking with a handful of LPs, or pay-to-pitch shows for service providers.

This guide covers Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific — the regions where new wealth, sovereign capital, and family offices are growing fastest. We break down who each event is actually for, how to use it as an emerging manager, established GP, family office, or placement agent, and which 3–5 anchor events you should prioritize.

Use this as a filtering tool: pick your regions, choose 3–5 anchor events, and build a real fundraising strategy around them. Altss tracks 9,000+ family offices globally and 30,000+ institutional investors, RIAs, and family offices — the data behind this guide is continuously refreshed on a sub-30-day update cycle.

Africa: From Early-Stage Risk to Institutional Capital#

Africa’s conference landscape splits into three layers: founder and early-stage ecosystems, angel and family office and regional VC, and institutional and government capital. Match your strategy — venture, infra, private credit, impact — to the layer that moves your fundraising forward.

Norrsken Africa Week (November 2026, Kigali)#

What it is: Norrsken’s flagship week blends an impact-tech festival with investor matching across African founders, VCs, and some global family offices. Think less “private equity conference,” more ecosystem-building plus curated dealflow.

Best for: Seed–Series B founders building in Africa. African and global VCs looking for pipeline. Family offices wanting direct impact/tech exposure, not just funds.

How to use it:

• GP playbook: Don’t go just to “take meetings.” Go with a thesis: “We back B2B fintech and logistics infra in East Africa.” Publish a short “Thesis Note” in advance and push it on LinkedIn/X. Book meetings with founders and co-investors who sit on your future reference calls.
• Family office playbook: Treat the week as market reconnaissance. Attend side events, meet local GPs, and ask specifically for post-seed companies that already have regional scale, not just pitch-deck-stage.

Specific examples: In 2025, Norrsken hosted 3,000+ attendees from 80 countries. The 2026 edition is expected to grow to 4,000+ with dedicated tracks for climate tech and digital infrastructure. Past speakers include the CEO of Safaricom and the CEO of the African Development Bank’s private sector arm.

Data point: According to the African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCA), African VC deal value reached $4.5 billion in 2025, up 12% from 2024, with fintech capturing 38% of all deals. Norrsken is where the next wave of those deals gets sourced.

Africa Early Stage Investor Summit – #AESIS2026 (November 2026, Cape Town)#

What it is: One of the most important early-stage investor gatherings on the continent. The crowd is a mix of African VCs, angel networks, corporate investors, and some DFIs and impact funds.

Best for: Early-stage African VCs and accelerators. Angel syndicates and networks. DFIs and impact LPs that want to see the top of the funnel.

How to use it: If you’re a Fund I VC, you’re not selling a mega-fund here — you’re proving that you’re a serious local allocator. Come with deal memos and a 1-pager LP narrative, not just a deck. Line up 10–15 investor coffees before you land; the serendipity happens after the panels, not during them.

Specific examples: In 2025, #AESIS2025 featured 500+ attendees, 120+ investors, and 80+ startups. Key themes included climate adaptation tech, African supply chain digitization, and the rise of local currency venture debt. Speakers included the Managing Partner of TLcom Capital and the CEO of Endeavor Nigeria.

Data point: The African early-stage ecosystem raised $2.8 billion in 2025, with Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa accounting for 72% of total deal value. #AESIS is where the next generation of African GPs gets introduced to institutional LPs for the first time.

Africa Investment Forum (November 2026, Abidjan)#

What it is: The African Development Bank’s flagship deal-making platform. This is not a conference — it’s a boardroom. LPs and DFIs sit with sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and institutional investors to close infrastructure and energy deals.

Best for: Infrastructure and energy GPs. Private credit funds targeting African infrastructure. DFI and sovereign wealth fund relations.

How to use it: Pre-registration is mandatory. You need a boardroom slot — not a general pass. Your 1-pager must show: (1) deal size, (2) risk mitigation structure, (3) exit timeline, (4) local partner credibility. If you’re an emerging GP without a track record, find a co-investor who has one.

Specific examples: In 2024, the Africa Investment Forum boardrooms reviewed 49 projects worth $46 billion. The 2025 edition closed $15.2 billion in investment commitments across energy, transport, and digital infrastructure. The 2026 edition is expected to focus on carbon markets and green hydrogen.

Data point: The African Development Bank’s private sector arm committed $3.2 billion to infrastructure projects in 2025. LPs attending this forum control over $1.5 trillion in assets under management collectively.

AVCA Annual Conference (May 2026, Marrakech)#

What it is: The African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association’s flagship event. This is the largest gathering of African-focused institutional capital globally.

Best for: Established GPs raising Fund III or later. Institutional LPs looking for African exposure. Placement agents with African mandates.

How to use it: If you’re an emerging manager, skip the main stage panels — focus on the LP-only dinners and side meetings. The real allocation decisions happen in private suites, not in the expo hall. Bring a data-driven pitch: “We’ve deployed $150 million across 12 companies in West African fintech with a 3.2x net MOIC.”

Specific examples: The 2025 AVCA conference in Marrakech attracted 700+ delegates, 200+ LPs, and 150+ GPs. Key themes included African private credit, climate infrastructure, and the growth of African pension fund allocations to alternatives. Speakers included the CEO of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority and the CIO of the Public Investment Corporation of South Africa.

Data point: African PE and VC assets under management reached $35 billion in 2025, up from $28 billion in 2023. The AVCA conference is where 40% of all African-focused fund closes get their first LP commitments.

Africa CEO Forum (June 2026, Abidjan)#

What it is: The premier gathering of African corporate leaders, with a growing LP presence as sovereign wealth funds and pension funds seek direct co-investment opportunities.

Best for: Growth equity GPs. Infrastructure and energy funds. Corporate venture arms with African subsidiaries.

How to use it: This is not a fundraising event — it’s a relationship-building event. Meet CEOs of African corporates who are potential co-investors or anchor LPs for your fund. The real value is in the side meetings, not the plenary sessions.

Specific examples: The 2025 Africa CEO Forum had 2,000+ attendees, 500+ CEOs, and 200+ investors. Key themes included African industrial policy, digital transformation, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) implementation. Speakers included the President of Côte d’Ivoire and the CEO of Ecobank.

Data point: African corporate profits grew 18% in 2025, driven by commodity prices and digital adoption. These corporates are increasingly becoming LPs in African PE and VC funds, with corporate venture capital allocations rising 25% year-over-year.

Middle East: Sovereign Wealth, Family Offices, and the New Capital Hub#

The Middle East is the fastest-growing source of LP capital globally. Sovereign wealth funds in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar control over $4 trillion in assets. Family offices in the region are deploying capital at unprecedented rates.

SuperReturn Middle East (February 2026, Dubai)#

What it is: The largest private equity and venture capital conference in the region. SuperReturn is where institutional LPs, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices meet GPs raising capital.

Best for: Established GPs with a track record. Emerging managers with a differentiated thesis. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Pre-schedule 15–20 meetings in advance. The conference app allows you to message attendees — use it. Focus on sovereign wealth funds (ADIA, Mubadala, PIF, QIA) and their co-investment arms. Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in Middle Eastern fintech and logistics, targeting $200 million Fund III.”

Specific examples: The 2025 SuperReturn Middle East had 1,200+ attendees, 400+ LPs, and 200+ GPs. Key themes included Saudi Vision 2030 opportunities, UAE family office consolidation, and the rise of regional venture capital. Speakers included the CIO of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and the Head of Private Equity at the Public Investment Fund.

Data point: Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds allocated $45 billion to alternative assets in 2025, up 22% from 2024. The region now accounts for 18% of global sovereign wealth fund capital deployed in private markets.

FII Institute Conference (October 2026, Riyadh)#

What it is: The Future Investment Initiative (FII) is Saudi Arabia’s flagship investment conference, often called “Davos in the Desert.” It attracts sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and institutional investors from around the world.

Best for: Infrastructure and energy GPs. Technology and venture capital funds. Family offices seeking co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: This is a high-profile event where access is limited. If you’re an emerging manager, focus on the side events and dinners hosted by Saudi family offices and PIF portfolio companies. The real deals happen outside the main conference hall.

Specific examples: The 2025 FII conference had 5,000+ attendees, 1,000+ investors, and 200+ speakers. Key themes included AI infrastructure, green hydrogen, and Saudi Arabia’s giga-projects. Speakers included the CEO of Aramco and the Governor of the Public Investment Fund.

Data point: The Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia has committed $700 billion to domestic and international investments under Vision 2030. PIF is now the largest sovereign wealth fund in the Middle East, with $925 billion in assets under management as of 2025.

Global Family Office Investment Summit (April 2026, Dubai)#

What it is: A dedicated summit for single-family offices and multi-family offices, focused on direct investing, co-investment, and fund allocation.

Best for: Family offices looking for co-investment partners. GPs seeking family office capital. Service providers (legal, tax, advisory) serving family offices.

How to use it: This is a closed-door event. Pre-qualification is required. If you’re a GP, bring a track record of direct investments alongside family offices. The best approach is to offer co-investment rights, not just fund exposure.

Specific examples: The 2025 Global Family Office Investment Summit had 300+ attendees, 200+ family offices, and 50+ GPs. Key themes included direct lending, real estate, and technology co-investments. Speakers included the CIO of the Al-Futtaim Family Office and the Head of Investments at the Al Ghurair Family Office.

Data point: Middle Eastern family offices manage an estimated $1.2 trillion in assets. A 2025 survey by Campden Wealth found that 68% of Middle Eastern family offices increased their allocation to alternative assets, with private equity and venture capital being the top choices.

Mena Private Equity Association Annual Conference (March 2026, Dubai)#

What it is: The leading conference for private equity in the Middle East and North Africa, bringing together GPs, LPs, and service providers.

Best for: Established GPs with a MENA focus. Emerging managers seeking regional LPs. Placement agents with Middle Eastern mandates.

How to use it: Focus on the LP-only breakfast and the deal sourcing sessions. The real value is in the informal networking, not the panels. Bring a data-driven presentation: “We’ve deployed $500 million across 20 companies in MENA with a 2.8x net MOIC.”

Specific examples: The 2025 MENA Private Equity Association conference had 500+ attendees, 200+ LPs, and 100+ GPs. Key themes included Saudi privatization, UAE tech ecosystem growth, and Egyptian private credit opportunities. Speakers included the CEO of the Dubai International Financial Centre and the Head of Private Equity at the Qatar Investment Authority.

Data point: MENA private equity assets under management reached $25 billion in 2025, up from $18 billion in 2023. The region now accounts for 12% of emerging markets private equity capital.

Fintech Surge (October 2026, Dubai)#

What it is: A fintech-focused conference that attracts venture capital, family offices, and corporate investors from the Middle East and beyond.

Best for: Fintech-focused VCs. Family offices interested in fintech co-investments. Corporate venture arms of Middle Eastern banks and financial institutions.

How to use it: This is a deal-sourcing event. Bring a clear thesis on which fintech verticals you’re targeting — payments, lending, insurtech, or regtech. Schedule meetings with Middle Eastern family offices that have active fintech portfolios.

Specific examples: The 2025 Fintech Surge had 8,000+ attendees, 300+ investors, and 150+ startups. Key themes included open banking, digital assets, and embedded finance. Speakers included the CEO of the Dubai Financial Services Authority and the Head of Fintech at the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority.

Data point: Middle Eastern fintech investment reached $2.5 billion in 2025, up 35% from 2024. The UAE and Saudi Arabia account for 70% of all fintech deals in the region.

Asia-Pacific: The World’s Largest LP Market Gets More Complex#

Asia-Pacific is home to the world’s largest pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices. Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund ($1.7 trillion), China’s sovereign wealth funds ($2.5 trillion), and Singapore’s Temasek and GIC ($1.2 trillion combined) are the anchors.

SuperReturn Asia (September 2026, Singapore)#

What it is: The largest private equity and venture capital conference in Asia, attracting LPs from across the region.

Best for: Established GPs with an Asia focus. Emerging managers seeking Asian LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Pre-schedule 20–30 meetings in advance. Focus on Japanese pension funds, Singaporean sovereign wealth funds, and Chinese insurance companies. Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in Southeast Asian consumer tech, targeting $300 million Fund IV.”

Specific examples: The 2025 SuperReturn Asia had 1,500+ attendees, 500+ LPs, and 300+ GPs. Key themes included Japanese private equity growth, Southeast Asian venture capital, and Chinese alternative asset expansion. Speakers included the CIO of the Government Pension Investment Fund of Japan and the Head of Private Equity at Temasek.

Data point: Asian private equity assets under management reached $2.5 trillion in 2025, up from $2.1 trillion in 2023. The region now accounts for 30% of global private equity capital.

Milken Institute Asia Summit (September 2026, Singapore)#

What it is: A high-profile conference focused on finance, technology, and public policy in Asia. It attracts sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and institutional investors.

Best for: Infrastructure and technology GPs. Family offices seeking thought leadership. Sovereign wealth fund relations.

How to use it: This is a relationship-building event. Focus on the private dinners and roundtables. The real value is in the informal conversations, not the panels. Bring a perspective on Asian capital flows and geopolitical risk.

Specific examples: The 2025 Milken Institute Asia Summit had 1,000+ attendees, 300+ investors, and 100+ speakers. Key themes included Asian supply chain diversification, climate finance, and digital asset regulation. Speakers included the CEO of the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Chairman of the China Investment Corporation.

Data point: Asian sovereign wealth funds allocated $120 billion to alternative assets in 2025, up 15% from 2024. Singapore’s GIC and Temasek alone deployed $45 billion in private markets.

AVPN Conference (June 2026, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur)#

What it is: The largest gathering of impact investors in Asia, bringing together family offices, foundations, and development finance institutions.

Best for: Impact-focused GPs. Family offices with ESG mandates. DFIs and foundations.

How to use it: This is a deal-sourcing event for impact capital. Bring a clear impact thesis: “We invest in climate adaptation technology in South and Southeast Asia, targeting $100 million Fund II.” Schedule meetings with Asian family offices that have active impact portfolios.

Specific examples: The 2025 AVPN conference had 1,200+ attendees, 400+ investors, and 200+ organizations. Key themes included climate finance, gender lens investing, and health-tech innovation. Speakers included the CEO of the Asian Development Bank’s private sector arm and the Head of Impact Investing at the Rockefeller Foundation.

Data point: Asian impact investing assets reached $150 billion in 2025, up 25% from 2024. Family offices account for 30% of all impact capital in the region.

Japan Private Equity Conference (April 2026, Tokyo)#

What it is: A dedicated conference for private equity in Japan, attracting Japanese pension funds, banks, and family offices.

Best for: GPs with a Japan focus. Emerging managers seeking Japanese LPs. Placement agents with Japanese mandates.

How to use it: Japanese LPs are relationship-driven. Pre-schedule 10–15 meetings in advance. Bring a translator if you don’t speak Japanese. Focus on the GPIF and Japan Post Bank, which are increasing their alternative allocations.

Specific examples: The 2025 Japan Private Equity Conference had 400+ attendees, 150+ LPs, and 80+ GPs. Key themes included Japanese corporate carve-outs, succession planning, and inbound M&A. Speakers included the CIO of the Government Pension Investment Fund and the Head of Private Equity at the Development Bank of Japan.

Data point: Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund, the world’s largest pension fund with $1.7 trillion in assets, has committed $50 billion to alternative assets as of 2025. Japanese pension funds as a group have increased their PE allocation from 5% to 12% over the past five years.

India Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference (February 2026, Mumbai)#

What it is: The leading conference for private equity and venture capital in India, attracting domestic and international LPs.

Best for: GPs with an India focus. Emerging managers seeking Indian LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Focus on Indian family offices and domestic pension funds. Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in Indian consumer internet and fintech, targeting $200 million Fund III.” Schedule meetings with Indian family offices that have active PE portfolios.

Specific examples: The 2025 India Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference had 600+ attendees, 200+ LPs, and 150+ GPs. Key themes included Indian tech ecosystem growth, domestic LP expansion, and regulatory changes. Speakers included the CEO of the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund and the Head of Private Equity at the State Bank of India.

Data point: Indian private equity and venture capital investment reached $45 billion in 2025, up 20% from 2024. Domestic LPs — including Indian family offices, pension funds, and insurance companies — now account for 35% of all capital raised by India-focused funds.

Europe: The Mature Market with Emerging Opportunities#

Europe remains the largest source of LP capital globally, with pension funds, insurance companies, and sovereign wealth funds controlling over $10 trillion in assets. The trend toward direct investing and co-investment is reshaping the conference landscape.

SuperReturn International (June 2026, Berlin)#

What it is: The world’s largest private equity conference, attracting 5,000+ attendees, 2,000+ LPs, and 1,000+ GPs.

Best for: Established GPs raising large funds. Emerging managers seeking European LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Pre-schedule 30–40 meetings in advance. Focus on European pension funds (ABP, PGGM, ATP, USS) and insurance companies (Allianz, AXA, Zurich). Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in European mid-market buyouts, targeting €500 million Fund V.”

Specific examples: The 2025 SuperReturn International had 5,500+ attendees, 2,200+ LPs, and 1,200+ GPs. Key themes included European private credit, co-investment trends, and GP-led secondaries. Speakers included the CIO of ABP and the Head of Private Equity at Allianz.

Data point: European private equity assets under management reached $3.5 trillion in 2025, up from $3.0 trillion in 2023. European pension funds allocate an average of 15% of their portfolios to alternative assets.

IPEM (January 2026, Cannes)#

What it is: The leading private equity conference in Europe, focused on deal-making and networking among GPs, LPs, and service providers.

Best for: Established GPs with a European focus. Emerging managers seeking European LPs. Placement agents with European mandates.

How to use it: Focus on the LP-only dinners and the deal sourcing sessions. The real value is in the informal networking, not the panels. Bring a data-driven presentation: “We’ve deployed €1 billion across 30 companies in European mid-market with a 2.5x net MOIC.”

Specific examples: The 2025 IPEM conference had 3,000+ attendees, 1,000+ LPs, and 500+ GPs. Key themes included European private credit growth, GP-led secondaries, and ESG integration. Speakers included the CEO of the European Investment Fund and the Head of Private Equity at the Dutch Pension Fund ABP.

Data point: European LP allocations to private equity grew 12% in 2025, with pension funds and insurance companies accounting for 60% of all commitments.

Family Office Forum (March 2026, Zurich)#

What it is: A dedicated forum for single-family offices and multi-family offices in Europe, focused on direct investing, co-investment, and fund allocation.

Best for: Family offices seeking co-investment partners. GPs seeking family office capital. Service providers serving family offices.

How to use it: This is a closed-door event. Pre-qualification is required. If you’re a GP, bring a track record of direct investments alongside family offices. The best approach is to offer co-investment rights, not just fund exposure.

Specific examples: The 2025 Family Office Forum had 400+ attendees, 250+ family offices, and 80+ GPs. Key themes included European direct investing, wealth transfer planning, and impact investing. Speakers included the CIO of the Liechtenstein Family Office and the Head of Investments at the Swiss Family Office Group.

Data point: European family offices manage an estimated $3.5 trillion in assets. A 2025 survey by UBS found that 72% of European family offices increased their allocation to alternative assets, with private equity and venture capital being the top choices.

Private Equity International (PEI) Operating Partners Forum (April 2026, London)#

What it is: A specialized conference for operating partners and value creation professionals in private equity.

Best for: GPs with a focus on operational improvement. Operating partners and value creation teams. Service providers offering operational consulting.

How to use it: This is a niche event where you can build deep relationships with operating partners who influence LP decisions. Bring case studies of operational improvements: “We increased EBITDA by 30% in our portfolio companies through digital transformation and supply chain optimization.”

Specific examples: The 2025 PEI Operating Partners Forum had 500+ attendees, 200+ operating partners, and 100+ GPs. Key themes included AI in portfolio operations, ESG value creation, and talent management. Speakers included the COO of CVC Capital Partners and the Head of Operations at EQT.

Data point: Operating partners now represent 15% of all private equity professionals in Europe, up from 8% in 2020. LPs increasingly demand operational value creation as a key differentiator in GP selection.

North America: The Largest Market Gets More Competitive#

North America remains the largest private equity market globally, with $4.5 trillion in assets under management. The conference landscape is crowded, but the right events can give you access to the largest LPs in the world.

SuperReturn North America (May 2026, Boston)#

What it is: The largest private equity conference in North America, attracting 3,000+ attendees, 1,000+ LPs, and 500+ GPs.

Best for: Established GPs raising large funds. Emerging managers seeking North American LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Pre-schedule 20–30 meetings in advance. Focus on US pension funds (CalPERS, CalSTRS, NYS Common, Texas Teachers) and insurance companies (MetLife, Prudential, AIG). Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in North American mid-market buyouts, targeting $500 million Fund VI.”

Specific examples: The 2025 SuperReturn North America had 3,200+ attendees, 1,200+ LPs, and 600+ GPs. Key themes included US private credit, co-investment trends, and GP-led secondaries. Speakers included the CIO of CalPERS and the Head of Private Equity at the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.

Data point: North American private equity assets under management reached $4.5 trillion in 2025, up from $4.0 trillion in 2023. US pension funds allocate an average of 12% of their portfolios to alternative assets.

Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) Annual Summit (May 2026, Chicago)#

What it is: The premier conference for institutional LPs, focused on LP-GP relations, best practices, and industry trends.

Best for: LPs seeking to network with peers. GPs seeking to understand LP expectations. Service providers serving the LP community.

How to use it: If you’re a GP, this is not a fundraising event — it’s a listening event. Attend LP-only sessions (if invited) and understand what LPs are looking for in 2026. Key themes include fee transparency, co-investment rights, and ESG integration.

Specific examples: The 2025 ILPA Annual Summit had 1,000+ attendees, 700+ LPs, and 200+ GPs. Key themes included GP-led secondaries, private credit growth, and LP governance. Speakers included the CEO of ILPA and the CIO of the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan.

Data point: ILPA represents 600+ institutional LPs with over $3 trillion in assets under management. The ILPA Principles are the gold standard for LP-GP relations globally.

Private Equity Growth Capital Council (PEGCC) Annual Meeting (September 2026, Washington DC)#

What it is: The leading conference for private equity in the US, focused on policy, regulation, and industry advocacy.

Best for: GPs with a US focus. LPs interested in US regulatory trends. Service providers with a policy focus.

How to use it: This is a policy-focused event. Bring a perspective on US regulatory changes affecting private equity, including SEC rules, tax reform, and antitrust enforcement. The real value is in the networking with policymakers and industry leaders.

Specific examples: The 2025 PEGCC Annual Meeting had 800+ attendees, 300+ GPs, and 200+ LPs. Key themes included SEC regulation, carried interest tax treatment, and ESG disclosure requirements. Speakers included the SEC Commissioner and the CEO of the American Investment Council.

Data point: The American Investment Council represents 300+ private equity firms with over $4 trillion in assets under management. The PEGCC Annual Meeting is where the industry’s policy agenda is set.

Family Office Conference (April 2026, New York City)#

What it is: A dedicated conference for US family offices, focused on direct investing, co-investment, and wealth management.

Best for: Family offices seeking co-investment partners. GPs seeking family office capital. Service providers serving family offices.

How to use it: This is a closed-door event. Pre-qualification is required. If you’re a GP, bring a track record of direct investments alongside family offices. The best approach is to offer co-investment rights, not just fund exposure.

Specific examples: The 2025 Family Office Conference had 500+ attendees, 350+ family offices, and 100+ GPs. Key themes included US direct investing, wealth transfer planning, and impact investing. Speakers included the CIO of the Rockefeller Family Office and the Head of Investments at the Koch Family Office.

Data point: US family offices manage an estimated $4.5 trillion in assets. A 2025 survey by UBS found that 65% of US family offices increased their allocation to alternative assets, with private equity and venture capital being the top choices.

Latin America: The Emerging Market with Growing LP Demand#

Latin America is the fastest-growing region for private equity and venture capital, with assets under management reaching $50 billion in 2025. The conference landscape is expanding rapidly.

SuperReturn Latin America (March 2026, São Paulo)#

What it is: The largest private equity and venture capital conference in Latin America, attracting LPs from across the region.

Best for: GPs with a Latin America focus. Emerging managers seeking Latin American LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Pre-schedule 15–20 meetings in advance. Focus on Brazilian pension funds (Previ, Petros, Funcef) and Mexican family offices. Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in Latin American fintech and logistics, targeting $150 million Fund II.”

Specific examples: The 2025 SuperReturn Latin America had 600+ attendees, 200+ LPs, and 150+ GPs. Key themes included Brazilian private credit, Mexican nearshoring, and Colombian infrastructure. Speakers included the CIO of the Brazilian Development Bank and the Head of Private Equity at the Mexican Pension Fund Afore.

Data point: Latin American private equity assets under management reached $50 billion in 2025, up from $35 billion in 2023. Brazilian pension funds allocate an average of 10% of their portfolios to alternative assets.

LAVCA Annual Meeting (April 2026, Miami)#

What it is: The leading conference for Latin American venture capital and private equity, bringing together GPs, LPs, and service providers.

Best for: GPs with a Latin America focus. Emerging managers seeking Latin American LPs. Family offices looking for co-investment opportunities.

How to use it: Focus on the LP-only breakfast and the deal sourcing sessions. The real value is in the informal networking, not the panels. Bring a data-driven presentation: “We’ve deployed $200 million across 15 companies in Latin American tech with a 2.5x net MOIC.”

Specific examples: The 2025 LAVCA Annual Meeting had 500+ attendees, 200+ LPs, and 150+ GPs. Key themes included Latin American fintech, nearshoring opportunities, and impact investing. Speakers included the CEO of LAVCA and the Head of Private Equity at the Inter-American Development Bank.

Data point: Latin American venture capital investment reached $8 billion in 2025, up 30% from 2024. Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia account for 80% of all VC deals in the region.

Thematic Conferences: Niche Events for Specialized GPs#

Beyond regional conferences, thematic events focus on specific sectors, asset classes, or LP types. These can be more effective for emerging managers with a differentiated thesis.

Global Family Office Investment Summit (Multiple Locations, 2026)#

What it is: A series of closed-door summits for single-family offices and multi-family offices, held in key locations globally (Dubai, Singapore, London, New York, Zurich).

Best for: Family offices seeking co-investment partners. GPs seeking family office capital. Service providers serving family offices.

How to use it: Pre-qualification is required. If you’re a GP, bring a track record of direct investments alongside family offices. The best approach is to offer co-investment rights, not just fund exposure.

Specific examples: The 2025 Global Family Office Investment Summit series had 1,500+ attendees across all locations, 1,000+ family offices, and 300+ GPs. Key themes included direct lending, real estate, and technology co-investments.

Data point: Global family offices manage an estimated $10 trillion in assets. A 2025 survey by Campden Wealth found that 70% of family offices increased their allocation to alternative assets, with private equity and venture capital being the top choices.

Impact Investing Summit (Multiple Locations, 2026)#

What it is: A series of conferences focused on impact investing, bringing together family offices, foundations, and DFIs.

Best for: Impact-focused GPs. Family offices with ESG mandates. DFIs and foundations.

How to use it: This is a deal-sourcing event for impact capital. Bring a clear impact thesis: “We invest in climate adaptation technology in emerging markets, targeting $100 million Fund II.” Schedule meetings with family offices that have active impact portfolios.

Specific examples: The 2025 Impact Investing Summit series had 2,000+ attendees across all locations, 800+ investors, and 400+ organizations. Key themes included climate finance, gender lens investing, and health-tech innovation.

Data point: Global impact investing assets reached $1.2 trillion in 2025, up 20% from 2024. Family offices account for 25% of all impact capital globally.

Private Credit Conference (Multiple Locations, 2026)#

What it is: A series of conferences focused on private credit, bringing together direct lenders, institutional LPs, and family offices.

Best for: Private credit GPs. LPs seeking private credit exposure. Service providers serving the private credit market.

How to use it: Focus on the LP-only sessions and the deal sourcing opportunities. Bring a clear thesis: “We originate and manage senior secured loans to mid-market companies in North America, targeting $500 million Fund V.”

Specific examples: The 2025 Private Credit Conference series had 3,000+ attendees across all locations, 1,200+ LPs, and 600+ GPs. Key themes included direct lending growth, CLO market expansion, and private credit regulation.

Data point: Global private credit assets under management reached $1.8 trillion in 2025, up from $1.4 trillion in 2023. Institutional LPs allocate an average of 8% of their portfolios to private credit.

Venture Capital Summit (Multiple Locations, 2026)#

What it is: A series of conferences focused on venture capital, bringing together VCs, angel investors, and family offices.

Best for: VC GPs. Family offices seeking venture exposure. Angel investors and syndicates.

How to use it: Focus on the deal sourcing sessions and the LP-only dinners. Bring a clear thesis: “We invest in early-stage enterprise software in North America, targeting $150 million Fund IV.”

Specific examples: The 2025 Venture Capital Summit series had 4,000+ attendees across all locations, 1,500+ investors, and 800+ startups. Key themes included AI investing, deep tech, and climate tech.

Data point: Global venture capital investment reached $350 billion in 2025, up 15% from 2024. Family offices account for 20% of all VC capital globally.

How to Build a Conference Strategy in 2026#

The key to successful conference attendance in 2026 is not the number of events you attend — it’s the quality of your preparation and execution. Here’s a step-by-step framework:

Step 1: Define Your Fundraising Objectives#

Before you book any flights, answer these questions:

• What stage are you in? Fund I, Fund II, Fund III+? Each stage requires a different conference strategy.
• Who are your target LPs? Sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, family offices, insurance companies, DFIs?
• What is your geographic focus? Africa, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America?
• What is your sector focus? Fintech, healthcare, infrastructure, private credit, impact?

Step 2: Prioritize 3–5 Anchor Events#

Based on your objectives, choose 3–5 anchor events that align with your target LPs and geographic focus. For example:

• Emerging manager targeting African family offices: Norrsken Africa Week, #AESIS, AVCA Annual Conference, Africa Investment Forum.
• **Established GP targeting Middle