Purposeful Connections with leading LPs
The ILPA Summit New York is the premier annual gathering for private equity professionals, a standout, curated experience where LPs and GPs come together to build relationships that move the industry forward.
With a long-standing reputation for fostering meaningful, quality interactions, the Summit offers a rare opportunity to connect with top-tier institutional investors, strengthen existing partnerships, and spark new ones.
Through our proprietary algorithm and white-glove, concierge support that attendees have come to expect, each GP receives a personalized meeting schedule aligned with their investment focus, allowing you to spend your time in conversations that matter. These one-on-one meetings are engineered to create momentum and open pathways for real partnership opportunities.
Reasons to Attend as a General Partner
How is the ILPA Summit experience different from other events?
- Curated LP–GP Meetings That Move the Needle
Purposeful, face‑to‑face conversations that spark real alignment and open doors to lasting partnerships. - Concierge Support + Smart Matchmaking
A tailored meeting experience powered by ILPA’s proprietary matching tool and 1:1 support, delivering conversations that matter to you. - Direct Access to Leading Institutional LPs
Connect with the highest-caliber global LPs committed to candid, constructive dialogue. - ILPA’s Flagship Platform for Quality & Industry Alignment
Our industry‑defining Summit sets the bar for transparency, thoughtful curation, and meaningful LP–GP engagement, something commercial events simply can’t replicate. - Conversations That Deliver Actionable Insight
Walk away with perspectives you can use immediately, from navigating AI as a portfolio disruptor, to managing stress in a private markets portfolio, to selecting managers in fast‑moving markets, to understanding sector shifts in areas like healthcare, SaaS, and defense, and more.
Application Process
- GP Application Period: April 13 – June 12
– All interested GPs must apply during this open application window. - Application Required for Participation
– GPs may only participate in the Summit by first applying during the open period and subsequently receiving an invitation to register. - LP‑Driven Selection
– To ensure the most productive meetings and onsite experience possible, registered LPs will review GP applications and select participants based on their investment interests. - Notification & Registration
– Selected GPs will be notified in mid‑July and will receive a registration link to secure their spot. - Attendance Cap
– The top‑ranked 90 GPs across all tiers, Emerging Managers, Established Managers, and Large Established Managers, will be invited to register and attend.
– More details are provided below on the registration process, which involves LPs and GPs ranking their meeting preferences based on mutual interest.
Applying & Eligibility
Based on attendee feedback, we’ve refined the LP–GP process to ensure more purposeful, high-value interactions. Below is what you need to know as you prepare to submit your application, beginning April 13, 2026.
GPs must apply during the open application period (April 13, 2026 – June 12, 2026). LPs registered for the event will review all applications and decide which firms to select based on their strategic interests. The top‑ranked 90 GPs across all tiers—Emerging Managers, Established Managers, Large Established Managers, and Very Large Established Managers—will be invited to register and attend. A detailed chart outlining GP registration pricing by tier is provided below.
Ideal Emerging Manager Applicants are:
- Raising a first or second fund (first institutional fund or small spinout of existing manager)
- Focusing on any sector, strategy & geography except infrastructure, real assets or real estate
- Seeking a minimum target fund size of $100 million
Please note that ILPA reserves the right to 1) verify AUM and 2) cap the number of GPs by category or strategy. Pricing and availability are correct as at the date of publication (March 23, 2026) and are subject to change without notice.
Registration Includes
- LP Meetings
– Meetings with at least six LP organizations, with opportunities for additional meetings based on LP demand.
– As in past years, meetings are organized through ILPA’s trusted program, using a sophisticated ranking system that matches LPs and GPs based on mutual interest and submitted investment preferences.
– Meetings are scheduled over both days, with six formal blocks plus flexible time slots to accommodate additional LP interest. - Dedicated Meeting Space & Team Access
– Each GP will receive a private meeting suite and may bring up to four firm representatives. - Full Access to the Summit Experience
– Participation in all content sessions and networking events for you and your registered representatives. - Early & Comprehensive Attendee Access
– Access to the full conference attendee list, including contact details, at least one week prior to the event via the event website. - Exclusive LP & Member Engagement
– Direct access to leading institutional LPs and ILPA member organizations. - Brand Visibility
– Firm profile included in ILPA member communications, with your organization listed on both the public and private event pages on ilpa.org.
2025 ILPA Summit GP Participants
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