Rethinking Venture Capital: Expanding Where and How Impact Gets Funded

In this panel, panelists will explore how venture capital models can evolve to better support a broader, more inclusive set of founders, geographies, and outcomes. Drawing on actual investment case studies, the discussion will examine how traditional venture frameworks—often concentrated in a few major hubs and oriented toward outsized exits—may overlook high-potential opportunities that are both impactful and financially viable. Through a collaborative panel, participants will share experiences, reactions, and insights on investing beyond traditional networks, including engaging with first-time founders, supporting companies in emerging ecosystems, and underwriting businesses designed for capital efficiency rather than hypergrowth.