Convene
237 Park Ave, New York, NY 10017

8:30 - 9:30 AM / Check-In & Breakfast

Start the day with a warm welcome and a complimentary breakfast. Take this opportunity to check in, receive your materials, and network with fellow attendees.

9:30 - 10:30 AM / Morning Keynote

Featuring Alisa Wood, Partner (Private Equity, KKR) in conversation with Elizabeth Qian, Director (Technology Private Equity, KKR).

10:30 - 11:30 AM / Panelist Breakout

Hear our panelists discuss Female Leadership in Investing and Investing Across Strategies.

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Moderated by Carrie M. VanFleet, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis

11:30 - 12:30 PM / Buffet Lunch & Networking

Enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch. Don't miss the chance to mingle with peers, presenters, and professionals during this networking session.

12:30 - 1:30 PM / Afternoon Keynote

Featuring Pauline Brown, author of Aesthetic Intelligence, Former Chairman of LVMH & MD of The Carlyle Group) in conversation with Samantha Ory, Co-founder of Aesthetic Equities.

1:30 - 2:30 PM / Panelist Breakout

Hear our panelists discuss ESG & Sustainability and Value Creation through Portfolio Ops.

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 Moderated by Keri Schick Norton, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis and Shawn Xu, Partner at Lowercarbon Capital

2:30 - 2:45 PM / Coffee Break

Recharge with a coffee break. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, some light snacks, and the chance to discuss the day's learnings so far.

2:45 - 3:30 PM / Closing Keynote

Featuring Sarah Chen-Spellings, Investor & Co-Founder of Beyond The Billion, and Ida Liu, Head of Citi Private Bank.

3:30 - 5:00 PM / Coffee & Drinks

Wind down with a selection of beverages and a final opportunity to network. Exchange contacts and ideas before we say goodbye.