Wrapping up SuperReturn US West with another day of deep insights and intelligence on private capital in PE, VC, and sector-specific challenges and opportunities in 2026 and ahead.
– Deal sourcing with AI – how private capital sources deals, performs QoE, and optimizes processes internally
– DPI vs IRR – why realized distributions take priority during extended hold periods and how to manage in this environment
– Unlocking growth in sport and entertainment (the post image) – the media attention today in the era of AI where distribution is everything and UGC is cheaper than ever
– Emerging managers and competing for capital – with the number of PE firms going up exponentially, what should ex-GPs, new firm teams, and LPs need to know about the landscape
– Fundraising in 2026 – average best case and worst case scenarios for raising, underfunding and oversubscribing, and maintaining a strong deal team in the process
– Consumer sector changes – another strong panel with food/beverage and the surrounding ecosystem of FMCG, on specialization, maintaining a core network, preparing for exits ahead of time, and unexpected strategic deals
– Healthcare resilience – the health, biotech, and healthtech market on wellness vs. longevity, GLPs, adoption and regulations in the space, pharma budgets, and much more.
While Dreamforce and Unbound happen at the same time, the #SRUSWEST team has done an incredible job and has an A-star lineup in private markets that was a no-brainer to attend this week.
Thanks again to the core organizing team, all panelists and speakers, the moderators and MCs, all sponsors, catering firms, and the Four Seasons for the 10/10 organization.
