General Information

What is the difference between the Emerging Manager Buyouts and Beyond Buyouts conferences?

The Buyouts conference is dedicated exclusively to emerging managers raising a control buyout strategy while Beyond Buyouts conference will convene emerging managers across growth equity, private credit, public equities, real assets and venture capital, creating a broader multi-strategy forum for Emerging Managers and Limited Partners.

When is the next McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference?

The 5th Annual McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference – Buyouts will take place April 6–7, 2027, in Dallas. Please visit the conference website for the latest information and updates.

Who should participate in this conference?

Buyout Emerging Managers 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 Limited Partners including family offices, insurance companies, pensions, endowments, funds of funds and other institutional investors.

Registration & Attendance

When will registration open and close for all attendees?

Please visit the Buyouts page for details and updates.

Is registration per attendee or per firm?

Applications are considered on an individual basis, not on behalf of a firm. Each prospective attendee must submit their own application for consideration.

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?

A dedicated room block is available for conference attendees. Please visit our Accommodations page for hotel details, preferred rates and booking information.

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 6-8 weeks prior to the event. Keep an eye on our website 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 [email protected]. Your input is valuable in shaping the content of our conference.

Sponsorship

Are there sponsorship opportunities available?

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/or contact our team at [email protected].

Cancellation Policy

What is your cancellation policy?

Conference registrations may be canceled for a full refund until the speed-networking platform opens. Once the platform launches, all registration fees become non-refundable.

Hotel reservations are managed directly by the respective hotels. For any changes, cancellations or inquiries regarding your accommodations, please contact your hotel directly. Hotel cancellation policies may vary.

For further questions about the McGuireWoods Emerging Manager Conference – Buyouts, please email: [email protected]