Seed often looks like yesterday’s Series A. AI is compressing time to product and time to revenue. Capital efficiency is redefining how companies are built—and how venture operates.

At the same time, experienced partners are leaving large firms to launch smaller, more focused, and more agile funds—better suited for a faster, more selective market.

This off-the-record conversation will explore:

• How early-stage investing is being redefined

• How fund strategy is adapting to speed and capital efficiency

• How smaller funds are reshaping access, sourcing, and conviction

• How AI-driven product cycles are changing investment pace

A candid discussion over lunch, grounded in real, current investing experience.

The Silicon Convivio
A curated roundtable series by iTAL Foundation 

The Silicon Convivio brings together a select group of leaders around a single table for candid conversation and meaningful connection. Each gathering features one or two prominent voices on a topic of current relevance, followed by an interactive discussion among participants. With intentionally limited attendance, the format encourages thoughtful dialogue, direct exchange with the speakers, and high-quality peer connection — all in an elegant, relaxed setting.

Substance, perspective, and connections—over lunch.

This session is intended to exchange perspectives and is not structured for startup pitches. Participation is limited to a small group to foster peer-to-peer dialogue.