New York LP-Focused / North America
ILPA Summit 2026
Official websiteOverview
ILPA's flagship US event and the most LP-dense conference in the industry. Includes the Emerging Manager Showcase where first-time and smaller fund managers present to allocators. Applications open February 2026.
Why fund managers attend
The highest concentration of institutional LPs at any single event. The Emerging Manager Showcase is a golden opportunity for first-time fund managers to get in front of allocators who specifically seek emerging talent. Understanding LP perspectives here informs your entire fundraising strategy.
Attendees
1,500+
LP Attendance
800+
Region
North America
Category
LP-Focused
Best for
LP types attending
The following investor types typically attend ILPA Summit:
Preparation tips for fund managers
- Apply for the Emerging Manager Showcase as soon as applications open in February
- This is an LP-first event - come to listen and learn, not just pitch
- ILPA's published best practices inform how LPs evaluate GPs - study them before attending
- November timing means LPs are finalizing year-end commitments - be ready to close
