This workshop on 5 February is designed for teams that are new to running an independent private equity or venture capital firm and are setting out to raise their first fund.
Following the success of the last two years' programmes, the BVCA is delighted to host its First Time Fundraising Workshop this year in partnership with Augentius, Dechert LLP and Palmer Capital LLP.
This is an important initiative within our calendar to help foster and support the future leaders of our industry and to enhance experienced investment managers' knowledge of best practice.
Who should attend
- New fund managers setting out to raise their first fund
- New hires who would benefit from an overview of the fundraising process
- Experienced fund managers seeking to enhance their knowledge of best practice
Why you should attend
Given changes in the industry and its continuing evolution, many teams are entering unknown territory. Whether you've spun out a captive fund that is now seeking third-party investors or you're setting up your own operation, this valuable and timely workshop will help you:
- Learn from the experience of other first time fundraisers
- Hear what LPs are looking for
- Ensure you are fully informed on matters relating to:
-The fundraising process
-Management entity structure
-Carried interest and co-investment schemes
-Fund structuring
-Fund domiciles
-Regulation
-Meeting the specific needs and objectives of LPs
Programme
Sessions will include the following:
Keynote Address - The LP Perspective
Learning from experience - GPs who recently raised a first-time fund
The Fundraising Process
Charles Price, Palmer Capital
First Time Funds - The Legal Perspective
Gus Black & Chris Gardener, Dechert LLP
Making it Happen and Regulatory Considerations
David Bailey, Augentius Fund Administration
Networking Lunch
View the full agenda here
Cost
Free for GPs who are raising their first fund
To confirm your free place, after booking online please email training@bvca.co.uk with details of your firm and the fund you are raising.
£549 + VAT per delegate for advisors and GPs with existing funds
This event is primarily for GPs but there are limited places available for advisors who work in professional services. Professional services include but are not limited to:
- Accounting/Auditory
- Consulting/Advisory
- Executive Search
- Financial Services
- Insurance
- Law Firms
- Placement Agents
- Publishing/Communications
- Software Providers
- Third Party Fund Administrators
