Category: Past Webinars & Events

In September 2025, TIFF Investment Management hosted our inaugural Capital Connections event at the Boston Harbor Hotel—an invitation-only gathering designed exclusively for independent sponsors, managers, leading E&F investors, and TIFF Board Members. TIFF has been making direct investments alongside Independent Sponsors since 2014 and remains an active participant in this growing area of the Lower Middle Market. We were thrilled to host this event as a way to spark candid conversations, share ideas, and strengthen long-term partnerships.

The program began with a two-hour closed-door educational session led by InRider Partners, where independent sponsors engaged in interactive discussions on go-to-market and fundraising strategy. Key takeaways included:

• Market your investments effectively: Clearly articulate Why You, Why Your Fund, and Why Now. With investors, first impressions matter—and your materials must speak for you even when you’re not in the room.
• Position with clarity and differentiation: In a crowded marketplace, memorable points of differentiation and a concise strategy statement ensure your edge stands out—because every word counts.
• Plan for a strong fundraise: Success depends on preparation. Strong closings balance timing and amount, and the best GPs plan early, knowing scrutiny only intensifies with each subsequent investment and fund.

Building on these insights, the evening also highlighted broader themes shaping today’s investment landscape:

• Lower Middle Market Opportunity: TIFF’s conviction in the lower middle market remains stronger than ever, with compelling opportunities for high real returns.
• Fundraising Fundamentals: Success with institutional LPs requires thoughtful preparation, positioning, and relationship-building—not just a strong strategy.
• The Power of Partnership: Enduring relationships across the TIFF community—sponsors, managers, clients, board, and friends—remain central to our mission of generating returns and creating lasting impact.

We extend our gratitude to all who contributed their expertise, creativity, and partnership to make this evening possible. We look forward to hosting Capital Connections as an annual event, and invite you to reach out to learn how you can be part of the next event.

The materials are being provided for informational purposes only and constitute neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. These materials also do not constitute an offer or advertisement of TIFF’s investment advisory services or investment, legal or tax advice. Opinions expressed herein are those of TIFF and are not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities.

These materials may contain forward-looking statements relating to future events. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. Although TIFF believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, future results cannot be guaranteed.

On June 12, 2025, TIFF hosted an insightful webinar exploring key points from our latest white paper, “Underweighting Equities is Usually a Bad Idea,” led by Trevor Graham and Brad Calder.

In this session Trevor and Brad highlighted key takeaways:

• Market Timing Pitfalls: Market timing is often counterproductive
• Impact on Investment Strategy: Underweighting equities creates unattractive opportunity costs
• Investment Discipline: Long-term, equity exposure critical to achieving investment objectives

Read the white paper here.
Watch the webinar recording here.

The materials are being provided for informational purposes only and constitute neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. These materials also do not constitute an offer or advertisement of TIFF’s investment advisory services or investment, legal or tax advice. Opinions expressed herein are those of TIFF and are not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities.

These materials may contain forward-looking statements relating to future events. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. Although TIFF believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, future results cannot be guaranteed.

On Wednesday, May 7th, TIFF Investment Management and The Do Good Institute hosted a webinar on fundraising in a time of uncertainty. TIFF’s Chief Client Officer Jessica Portis was joined by Ebonie Johnson Cooper, Faculty Director at The Do Good Institute, and Martin Sanders, Adjunct Faculty at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy, to discuss how nonprofit organizations can navigate financial uncertainty and ensure their programs and services continue uninterrupted.

Key takeaways from the discussion include:

• Understanding the Policy Landscape: Ebonie opened with an overview of current federal policy developments and how they affect nonprofit organizations.
• Tools for Financial Preparedness: Martin shared practical resources for scenario planning and financial forecasting to help nonprofits make informed decisions.
• Fundraising Strategies in Uncertain Times: Ebonie emphasized the importance of:
  • Using storytelling to communicate impact,
  • Leveraging technology to reach and engage supporters,
  • Strengthening and activating existing donor relationships.
• Mindset Shift: Ebonie encouraged organizations to move their fundraising approach “from scarcity to possibility.”

Watch the full webinar recording

Explore additional resources on policy shifts, financial strategy, and fundraising tools in The Do Good Institute’s Fundraising in a Time of Uncertainty Tool Kit.

The materials are being provided for informational purposes only and constitute neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. These materials also do not constitute an offer or advertisement of TIFF’s investment advisory services or investment, legal or tax advice. Opinions expressed herein are those of TIFF and are not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities.

These materials may contain forward-looking statements relating to future events. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. Although TIFF believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, future results cannot be guaranteed.

On April 2, 2025, TIFF hosted a webinar exploring insights from the white paper, “Why Venture Capital Still Works (early-stage VC that is),” led by Chris Anderson and Elizabeth Egan.

In this session Chris and Elizabeth highlighted the bear and bull case for why early-stage venture capital in today’s environment.  Topics covered:

• • Where’s the liquidity? (bear case)
  • Risk of an overhyped AI market (bear case)
  • Widening universe for innovation (bull case)
  • Early-stage as best access point (bull case)

Read the white paper here.

Watch the webinar recording, and more, here.

This webinar is for general informational purposes only and constitute neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. These materials also do not constitute an offer or advertisement of TIFF’s investment advisory services or investment, legal or tax advice. The asset classes discussed may not be suitable for all investors. Opinions expressed herein are those of TIFF and are not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments are subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal.

These materials may contain forward-looking statements relating to future events. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. Although TIFF believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, future results cannot be guaranteed.

On June 12, 2024, TIFF hosted a one-hour webinar centered on the white paper titled, “Here Comes the Sun – The Rise of Hedge Fund Performance” hosted by Zhe Shen, CFA, and Fiona Chow, CFA.

During the webinar, Shen and Chow discussed how the recent aggressive rate hikes have reintroduced dispersion into stock and bond markets, creating an environment where hedge funds can shine. With hedge funds outperforming for four consecutive years, it may be time for investors to reconsider their importance in a diversified portfolio.

Read the white paper, click here.

Watch the webinar recording, click here.

This webinar is for general informational purposes only and constitute neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. These materials also do not constitute investment, legal or tax advice. The asset classes discussed may not be suitable for all investors. Opinions expressed herein are those of TIFF and are not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments are subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal.