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Independent Sponsor & Capital Provider Summit in Los Angeles, CA

June 16, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 6:00 pm PDT
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Registration for this event is now closed.

Event Information:

Private Markets Insider (PMI) is pleased to present the Independent Sponsor & Capital Provider Summit, a focused gathering designed to connect deal sources and deal investors through curated 1:1 meetings, peer networking, and market-driven insights.

This summit convenes independent sponsors, private equity and private credit funds, and family offices for a day of structured meetings (15 meeting slots for 20 minutes each) and strategic dialogue on opportunities and trends shaping the lower middle-market.

Agenda:

  • 9:30 am: Registration & Coffee Reception
  • 10:00 am: 1-on-1 Meetings Session – Independent Sponsors meet with Capital Providers
  • 12:00 pm: Lunch & Networking
  • 1:15 pm: Deal Sourcing & Trends in the Lower Middle-Market
    • Moderator – Shlomo Troodler, Partner, Blank Rome
    • Jared Cohen, Managing Director, Star Mountain Capital
    • Mark Gilles, Senior Vice President,City National Bank
    • Michael Piric, Managing Director, Lincoln International
    • Jake Kugler, Investment Professional, CFT Capital Partners
  • 2:00 pm: 1-on-1 Meetings Session – Independent Sponsors meet with Capital Providers
  • 5:00 pm: Cocktails, Hors D’oeuvres & Networking

Ticket Pricing:

  • Independent Sponsor attendee pass = $800
  • Capital Provider attendee pass = $1000

(Service Provider access is only available via sponsor packages)

Participation is limited to qualified registrants whose professional roles align with 1:1 meeting objectives. Registrations will be verified for suitability to ensure a high-quality networking experience.

Contact us to discuss options for Event Partners, including sponsored speaking roles and exclusive opportunities for networking and branding.

We welcome input toward our collective goal of facilitating peer-to-peer connections around portfolio construction and dealmaking among Insiders in the Private Markets.

Event Partners

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