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[Emerging Institute] What It Takes to Raise Fund II
Fund I was the beginning. Fund II is where you prove you're built to last.
Date
Jan 28, 2026
Time
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Address
Online Event
Raising Fund I proves you can start. Raising Fund II proves you can scale. Most emerging managers underestimate how many changes there are between Fund I and Fund II. LP expectations shift. Diligence gets harder. Your operations, reporting, and track record all come under a microscope. This session is for managers who have deployed 70%+ of Fund I and are preparing for what's next. We'll break down: What institutional LPs actually look for in Fund II managers, How to build the infrastructure that passes diligence, The operational upgrades that separate one-fund managers from firm builders. If you're between funds, this session is for you.
About Emerging Institute
Emerging Institute is the premier 8-week program by VC Lab designed specifically for Fund II, III, and IV venture capital managers who want to raise institutional capital and scale their firms to the next level.
Program Overview
Target Participants:
- Fund II Managers - Successfully deployed 70%+ of Fund I with a promising portfolio, ready to launch an institutional-grade Fund II
- Fund II/III Closers - Completed a successful close and seeking candid LP feedback to attract institutional investors
- Fund III/IV Managers - Looking to scale to the next level (Fund III is notoriously one of the hardest funds to raise in venture)
Emerging Institute is powered by VC Lab, a venture capital accelerator launched in early 2020 and guided by the Mensarius Oath. VC Lab is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and operates as a "For Progress" company committed to tackling humanity's greatest challenges.
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