When is the next McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference?
• The 2026 McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference (Buyout) will be on
April 14 – 15, 2026 in Dallas, TX. Please visit the Applications page for
details.
Who should participate in this conference?
• Buyout GPs who are planning or currently raising their first committed fund, as well as those who have raised Funds I and II or are in the process of raising Funds I through III, along with LPs including family offices, insurance companies, pensions, endowments, funds of funds and other institutional investors.
Will you guys host a separate event for strategies other than Buyout?
• Yes, a separate conference dedicated to other strategies will be held in the Fall. Please stay tuned for updates.
Registration & Attendance
When will registration for all attendees open and close?
• Please visit the Applications page for details. Applications and
registration will close on March 1, 2026, subject to reaching capacity limits.
Is registration per attendee or per firm?
• Every registration is per attendee, even if conducting meetings as a firm. If multiple representatives from your firm register, each must register and pay individually.
How many attendees per firm can attend?
• We ask Emerging Manager and Limited Partner firms to register a maximum of two representatives to allow space for other firms to participate. Each person must register and pay separately – even if taking meetings together.
How can I access the attendee list?
• The attendee list is made available to registered attendees through our conference portal approximately one month prior to the event. Access instructions will be provided closer to the event date.
Accommodations & Attire
Is there a hotel accommodation block for conference attendees?
• Please visit the Applications page. Room block information is listed at
the bottom of the page.
What is the dress code?
• Business casual attire is recommended.
Meetings & Scheduling
When will the meeting portal open?
• The meeting portal will be accessible to registered attendees approximately one month prior to the event. You will receive detailed instructions on how to access the portal, view the attendee list, and schedule meetings prior to the portal opening.
What if I register but don’t get any meetings?
• It is our objective for all managers to have a full schedule of confirmed meetings. However, it is ultimately up to limited partners to choose which funds they would like to meet with, and we cannot guarantee that a manager will be successful in confirming meetings. We will not provide any refunds once the speed-networking platform launches.
What is the length of meetings?
• Confirmed meetings are scheduled for 30 minutes.
How many meetings do I need to schedule?
• There are no minimum requirements for the number of meetings confirmed on your schedule.
Agenda & Panels
When will the agenda & panels be announced?
• We aim to announce the conference agenda and panels approximately three to four months prior to the event. Keep an eye on our website, newsletter, and social media platforms for updates and announcements.
Can I suggest panel topics and speakers?
• Absolutely! We welcome suggestions for panel topics and potential speakers. Please send your proposals and ideas to our conference organizers at MWEMC@mcguirewoods.com. Your input is valuable in shaping the content of our conference.
Sponsorship
Are there sponsorship opportunities available?
• Yes, we offer various sponsorship packages that provide opportunities for increased visibility and engagement with conference attendees. For more information on sponsorship options, benefits, and pricing, please visit our Sponsorship page and contact our team at MWEMC@mcguirewoods.com.
Cancellation Policy
What is your cancellation policy?
• EMC registration can be cancelled with a full refund up to the launch of the speed networking platform. Once registered for the speed networking platform, cancellations are non-refundable.
