Online Event
[VC Lab] Closing a VC Fund in an Uncertain Market
Why uncertain markets can be the best time to launch and close a venture fund.
Date
Mar 17, 2026
Time
12:00 pm - 01:30 pm
Address
Online Event
As markets shift, many aspiring fund managers assume it is the wrong time to raise capital. History shows the opposite. Some of the strongest venture funds launch during uncertain markets, when valuations reset and new opportunities emerge. Join VC Lab to explore how emerging managers can position themselves to raise and close funds in today's environment, and how VC Lab's tools, mentorship, and platform help turn expertise into a successful venture fund.
About VC Lab
VC Lab (https://GoVCLab.com) is the leading venture capital accelerator worldwide for new and emerging managers.
700+ funds have successfully completed the program, building ethical and enduring venture capital firms around the world.
The program provides all the tools needed to launch a fund and close on capital in six months or less. Managers participate in weekly fund-building sprints, receive tactical advice from experienced domain experts, and join a collaborative, global community of peers.
VC Lab also develops essential fundraising skills and offers access to Decile Hub, the trusted venture platform for VCs to generate top decile returns.
Learn more at https://GoVCLab.com and apply to the program at https://FI.co/apply/vc
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