StrictlyVC’s 2026 Disrupt report argues the rules of venture capital have changed, and here’s how

Venture capital is in flux, and the people who move it want to talk about it. StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is a full-day investor-focused conference running October 14 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, bringing together investors, institutional LPs, family office managers, and market experts to discuss where capital is moving, how the money managers behind those venture dollars feel about the feverish dealmaking out there, and what founders and VCs need to understand about the new funding landscape.

There’s no other way into the event except through a Disrupt Investor Pass. It’s designed for investors from start to finish, giving them an inside view of the rapidly shifting landscape and the forces driving what comes next. Secure your spot by September 25, before 11:59 p.m. PT, and you’ll save $200 on your pass.

The Agenda at a Glance

The event StrictlyVC takes place on October 14, and it includes networking sessions at both the beginning and end of the day. The schedule is laid out below.

At 3:00 p.m., the morning begins with drinks and light bites, which gives everyone exactly 45 minutes to connect with fellow investors, founders, and venture leaders before the first conversation gets underway. The afternoon wraps up after the final networking session, bringing the day to a close.

Who Is Speaking

Three core topics anchor the sessions, each overseen by specialists from the field. The roster runs as follows:

1. The New Rules of Going Public — Ryan Flanagan of ICR discusses what makes a company IPO-ready today, the decisions that matter years before a listing, and how to position a business for a successful exit in a more disciplined market.
2. The New Power Players: How Family Offices Are Reshaping Venture Investing — Bruce K Lee of Keebeck Capital Management and Dave Sachse of Sachse Family Fund talk about how family offices are approaching venture today, where they’re placing long-term bets, how they work alongside VCs, and why founders increasingly see them as strategic partners.
3. What Limited Partners Want Now — Amit Bhatti of TrueBridge Capital Partners and Beezer Clarkson of LGT Capital Partners discuss what LPs are looking for in today’s market, how they evaluate emerging managers versus established firms, and where they believe the next generation of venture returns will come from.

Why the Conference Exists

The idea behind these sessions is straightforward: venture capital has shifted, and those funding it want to make clear what that means. The description of them as “candid conversations,” which suggests a desire for openness rather than self-promotion, points to that end.

The Ticket Problem

The event positions itself as an in-depth look at how the rules of venture capital are shifting, with admission restricted to those who purchase a pass. There is a reduced rate available for anyone who registers before September 25, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

A fair question arises about that structure: is it a conference, or a marketing funnel? The answer is both. The material is genuine, yet admission comes at a cost.

What Investors Get Out of It

The case for an investor joining these sessions rests on a simple proposition. Each one addresses one of the three biggest shifts shaping venture capital today.

1. The path to the public markets is getting harder, with higher expectations around growth, governance, and credibility.
2. Family offices are moving faster and investing with greater flexibility than traditional institutions, even as they pile in at the wrong times.
3. LPs are rethinking manager selection, AI exposure, and liquidity expectations, forcing venture firms to compete harder for institutional capital.

Speakers are given by name, subject matter is pointed, and the arrangement rests on open conversation rather than formal addresses.

The Network Opportunity

The networking slots are where the conference earns its keep. Investors spend 45 minutes at the start and another hour at the end connecting with fellow investors, founders, and venture leaders.

The Bottom Line

StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is a focused, investor-only event with real speakers and real topics.

Save $200 on your Investor Pass by signing up by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The event takes place at Moscone West, San Francisco, on October 14.

Source material: “StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Inside the changing rules of venture capital,” TechCrunch.

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