2026 Agenda

The 2026 Summit celebrates the innovation and growth of the early-stage ecosystem through the power of angel investing! Just as you would your next investment, we invite you to study the emerging agenda, check-in on our frequent additions to the available sessions, and plan your next crucial conversation with colleagues in the room. 

Agenda is still under development and subject to change. 

Women's Hike - Outside Registration Complimentary but Required 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$$ Ann & Bill Payne Angel University - Angel Group Formation 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$$ Ann & Bill Payne Angel University - Angel Returns & Portfolio Strategy 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$$ Ann & Bill Payne Angel University - Startup Board Basics 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
ACA Summit CountDown - Want To Share Our Space? Networking12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Welcome to the 2026 ACA SummitPlenary2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Keynote by Peter WalkerIndustry Trends Moving Forward2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Innovation Funders ShowcasePlenary3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
Breakouts Block A 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
Opening ReceptionNetworking5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Networking Breakfasts 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome Back and Keynoter Angel GambinoPlenary9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Innovation Funders Showcase 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Keynote and Awards LunchPlenary11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
Breakouts Block B 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Breakout Block C 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Breakout Block D 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Networking Reception - Venture Bucks GameNetworking5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking Breakfasts 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome Back to the 2026 ACA Summit!  9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Keynote - X. EyeéPlenary9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Breakout Block E 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Breakout Block F 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Grab and Go Lunch with Networking Tables Available 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TRACKS:

  • Investment Strategies 
  • Thriving Investor Networks / Funds in Changing Times 
  • New Investor Programs - General Education
  • Investment Themes Moving Forward 
  • Evolving Ecosystem 

The 2026 Summit Agenda is still under development and subject to change.