#VC101 by IVCA

"A great boon for first time fund managers getting a platform to understand the nuances of everything related to fund management right from compliances to fund raising to running a fund to team management to portfolio management. Getting all questions answered by experienced people is priceless."

A strong endorsement for first-time fund managers looking for practical clarity across the full fund-building journey.

"Great event with some great speakers from the industry. Super impressive sessions and well balanced topics."

Highlights the strength of the speaker lineup and the balance of topics covered across the programme.

"What set the VC101 workshop apart was hearing directly from founders and practitioners. Their real experiences gave the content a depth and nuance that's rarely found. The discussion on the regulatory environment was particularly valuable."

Emphasises the value of practitioner-led learning and the depth added by regulatory and market context.

"VC101 gave me a clear, structured view of what it truly takes to join, build and run a fund. From AIF structuring and LP expectations to exits and governance, the programme went far beyond surface-level content."

Reflects the programme’s ability to connect structuring, governance, LP expectations, and long-term platform building.

"For first time and emerging fund managers, it provided practical and real-world insights from established fund managers. It was great to hear their experience on ideating, building and scaling their funds."

Shows how the programme translates experienced fund-manager insight into practical takeaways for newer managers.

"Great event to meet upcoming fund managers. A classroom setting is the best way to keep abreast and all presenters were extremely forthcoming in sharing their insights."

Speaks to the community and networking value, alongside the practical openness of the presenters.

"Great initiative to expand the VC ecosystem."

A concise endorsement of the programme’s role in expanding and strengthening the venture ecosystem.

"VC101 is like a crash course for first-time fund managers. It answers the most important questions around raising capital, approaching LPs, building the pitch and structuring the fund. A must attend programme."

Positions VC101 as a sharp, high-signal programme for fundraising readiness and fund structuring fundamentals.

"VC101 was a masterclass in building institutionally credible venture platforms. The deep case studies and candid examples from experienced GPs and LPs made the learning extremely practical."

Captures the institutional depth of the programme, especially around platform credibility and practical case-led learning.

"It's a great platform for someone building a new fund for the first time. The case studies were really helpful. Kudos to the IVCA team for educating young GPs."

Reinforces the programme’s usefulness for first-time fund builders who need structured case-based learning.