Events

Goodwin's Annual U.S. Funds Update

March 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET
Goodwin's New York Office, New York Times Building, 620 8th Avenue, New York, New York, 10018

Summary

We invite you to join Goodwin for a concise and timely market update on private investment funds, highlighting key trends, opportunities, and challenges facing investors and fund managers in today’s environment.

The program will feature a fireside-style conversation with members of the Berkshire Global Advisors team focused on investment manager transactions, including minority GP stakes and mergers and acquisitions. The discussion will explore current market dynamics from the perspectives of sellers, buyers, and investors.

The event will also include a broader discussion of sector trends across private equity, venture, real estate, and credit funds; investor sentiment and preferences; fundraising strategies; and other recent developments shaping the industry. Following the program, please join us for a cocktail reception to continue the conversation and connect with peers.

Agenda

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Registration + Networking
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM | Fundraising Market Update
Robert Fore, Partner, Goodwin
Eric Goldstein, Partner, Goodwin
Mandee Gruen, Partner, Goodwin (moderator)
Runjhun Kudaisya, Partner, Goodwin
Manny Lauredo, Partner, Goodwin
Lauren Lebioda, Partner, Goodwin

5:15 PM – 6:00 PM | Fireside Chat with Berkshire Global Advisors
Drew Murphy, Partner, Berkshire Global Advisors
Opal Jakhete, Principal, Berkshire Global Advisors
John Ferguson, Partner, Goodwin
Tom LaFond, Partner, Goodwin

6:00 PM – 6:05 PM | Closing Remarks
6:05 PM – 7:30 PM | Networking Reception