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[VC Lab] Meet the Managers: The Specialist Advantage

Name: [VC Lab] Meet the Managers: The Specialist Advantage
Start: 2026-05-27T08:00:00-0700
End: 2026-05-27T09:00:00-0700

Specialist funds are reshaping VC. Learn how to turn your expertise into an LP-ready advantage

Date

May 27, 2026

Time

08:00 am - 09:00 am

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Online Event

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Generalist funds are falling behind as LPs back focused, thesis-driven managers with clear access and credibility. Join host Kelly Schricker (Decile Group) with Jamie Riggs (Driven VC), Marlon Ramirez (Blue Impact Supply Chain Ventures), and Mala Ramakrishnan (Progressive Ventures) to learn why specialists outperform, how to convert LP commitments faster, and how solo GPs, scouts, and first-time managers can turn their edge into a fund LPs believe in.

About VC Lab

VC Lab (https://GoVCLab.com) is the leading venture capital accelerator worldwide for new and emerging managers.

900+ 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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